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AFRAID

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Afraid.

How to pronounce afraid:

US

Afraid - as an adjective

Filled with fear or apprehension

Example: "Afraid even to turn his head"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unafraid12

Afraid - as an adjective satellite

Filled with regret or concern; used often to soften an unpleasant statement

Example: "I'm afraid i won't be able to come"

Feeling worry or concern or insecurity

Example: "She was afraid that i might be embarrassed"

Having feelings of aversion or unwillingness

Example: "Afraid of hard work"

Example Sentences

"I am afraid of heights."
"She was afraid to go outside after dark."
"The child was afraid of the thunderstorm."
"He is afraid of spiders."
"They were afraid of failing the exam."
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Word Game Points

Is AFRAID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, afraid is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

AFRAID has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is AFRAID a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, afraid is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AFRAID has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is AFRAID a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, afraid is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AFRAID has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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