fearful
/ˈfɪrfəl/
adjective
- Feeling afraid or showing fear; worried that something bad will happen.
- The child was fearful of the loud thunder during the storm.
- She gave a fearful glance at the dark alley before walking past it.
- Many people are fearful about losing their jobs during an economic crisis.
- Causing or likely to cause fear; frightening or terrible.
- The movie had a fearful scene that made everyone jump.
- The accident was a fearful reminder of how dangerous the road can be.
- The hikers encountered a fearful storm on the mountain.
- Very great or extreme in degree (used for emphasis).
- There was a fearful mess in the kitchen after the party.
- The traffic was a fearful jam that lasted for hours.
- He made a fearful noise when he dropped the heavy box on his foot.
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