fearful

/ˈfɪrfəl/
adjective
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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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