Afraid

adjective

/əˈfɹeɪd/

Word Frequency: 31.6

Definitions

1.adjective(usually used predicatively, not attributively, be afraid) Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear.

"He is afraid of death."

2.adjectiveRegretful, sorry.

"I am afraid I cannot help you in this matter."

3.adjective(used with for) Worried about, feeling concern for, fearing for (someone or something).

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