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afraid

The correct spelling is afraid.

How to pronounce afraid

/əˈfɹeɪd/
adjective

IPA: /əˈfɹeɪd/

Say it like: Afr-ayd

The correct spelling is afraid. (usually used predicatively, not attributively, be afraid) Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear. For example: "He is afraid of death."

Usage Examples

He is afraid of death.

I am afraid I cannot help you in this matter.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.(usually used predicatively, not attributively, be afraid) Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear.
  2. 2.Regretful, sorry.
  3. 3.(used with for) Worried about, feeling concern for, fearing for (someone or something).

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