Afraid Definition & Meaning
afraid
- adjective
- filled with fear or apprehension; "afraid even to turn his head"; "suddenly looked afraid"; "afraid for his life"; "afraid of snakes"; "afraid to ask questions"
- filled with regret or concern; used often to soften an unpleasant statement; "I'm afraid I won't be able to come"; "he was afraid he would have to let her go"; "I'm afraid you're wrong"
- feeling worry or concern or insecurity; "She was afraid that I might be embarrassed"; "terribly afraid of offending someone"; "I am afraid we have witnessed only the first phase of the conflict"
- having feelings of aversion or unwillingness; "afraid of hard work"; "afraid to show emotion"
"Afraid" in song lyrics
See how afraid is used in real songs:
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"And I don't want a hoe who's always afraid"
2 Live Crew — Table Dance -
"My brigade won't be swayed or made to be afraid"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — The Plannit -
"Told you not to be afraid"
A+ — All I See
Words that rhyme with afraid
Usage tips for "afraid"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "afraid" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for afraid to find words that pair well.