Synonyms for fear
33 synonyms for “fear”, grouped by meaning. Dark green words mean nearly the same thing; light green ones are close in some uses.
Fear as in “dread”
noun: an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
- dread
- fright
- panic
- uneasiness
- anxiety
- apprehension
- trepidation
- consternation
- horror
- nervousness
- angst
- unease
- fearfulness
- apprehensiveness
Fear as in “concern”
noun: an anxious feeling
- concern
- terror
- worry
- scare
- alarm
- dismay
- care
- tension
- trouble
- respect
- upset
- strain
- doubt
- distress
Fear as in “awe”
noun: a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
- awe
- reverence
- veneration
Fear as in “revere”
verb: regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
- revere
- venerate
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