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fear
noun
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Definition of fear:

fear (noun):
an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger

Synonyms for fear:

afraidapprehensivenesstimidityfearfulnessfrissonpanicchillterrorapprehensiondread
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Antonyms for fear:

courageousnessboldnessbravenessvirtueaudacityhardihoodconfidencefaithnervecourage
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