Simple meaning
What does Afraid mean?
Afraid means scared or worried about something.
Dictionary definition
Feeling fear, worry, or concern that something bad might happen.
Example sentences
Afraid in a sentence
easy
The puppy was afraid of the thunder.
medium
It is okay to feel afraid before trying something new.
hard
The character felt afraid but still made a brave choice.
Synonyms
Words like Afraid
scaredUse for feeling fear.
fearfulUse when someone feels worried about danger.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Afraid word family
Base word
afraid
adjective
more afraid
Feeling more fear.
adjective
most afraid
Feeling the most fear.
adjective
unafraid
Not afraid.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
Which word is closest in meaning to afraid?
Afraid and scared both describe feeling fear.
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