afraid
/əˈfreɪd/
adjective
- Feeling fear or worry about something that might happen.
- She was afraid of the dark when she was a child.
- I'm afraid I might miss the bus if I don't leave now.
- He is afraid to speak in front of large crowds.
- Used to politely say that you are sorry about something bad or unpleasant.
- We are afraid that the store is closed for the holiday.
- I'm afraid I can't come to the party tonight.
- I'm afraid I have some bad news about your test results.
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