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afraid

/ə'freɪd/ · əfreɪd

Afraid has 2 syllables: a · fraid.

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fraid
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adjective. Feeling worry or concern or insecurity.

adjective. Filled with fear or apprehension.

adjective. Filled with regret or concern; used often to soften an unpleasant statement.

adjective. Having feelings of aversion or unwillingness.

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