Fear Definition & Meaning
fear
- noun
- an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
- an anxious feeling; "care had aged him"; "they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction"
- a feeling of profound respect for someone or something; "the fear of God"; "the Chinese reverence for the dead"; "the French treat food with gentle reverence"; "his respect for the law bordered on veneration"
- verb
- be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event; "I fear she might get aggressive"
- be afraid or scared of; be frightened of; "I fear the winters in Moscow"; "We should not fear the Communists!"
- be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement; "I fear I won't make it to your wedding party"
- be uneasy or apprehensive about; "I fear the results of the final exams"
- regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of; "Fear God as your father"; "We venerate genius"
"Fear" in song lyrics
See how fear is used in real songs:
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"Fierce no man, feel the force of fear"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Wise — Lock N Load -
"But they cannot utilize them because of fear"
2 Live Crew — Revelation -
"So come to the party and have no fear"
2 Live Crew — 2 Live is Here
Words that rhyme with fear
Usage tips for "fear"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fear" 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 fear to find words that pair well.