fear

an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

the fear of God

the Chinese reverence for the dead

an anxious feeling

care had aged him

they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

Fear God as your father

We venerate genius

be afraid or scared of; be frightened of

I fear the winters in Moscow

We should not fear the Communists!

be uneasy or apprehensive about

I fear the results of the final exams

be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement

I fear I won't make it to your wedding party

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

I fear she might get aggressive