THESAURUS

Afraid Thesaurus

Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear.

Synonyms for Afraid

Depending on context, synonyms include afeared, alarmed, anxious, apprehensive, chicken, concerned.

Antonyms for Afraid

Common opposites include brave, calm.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include petrified, scared, frightened, fearful, afeared, afeard.

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What is another word for afraid?

Possible synonyms include afeared, alarmed, anxious, apprehensive, chicken.

What is an antonym for afraid?

Possible antonyms include brave, calm.

Can every synonym replace afraid?

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