feared
UK /fɪəd/ · US /fɪɹd/ adjective
Also a form of fear
- adjective Pertaining to someone or thing that causes great fear in others.
- adjective Regarded with fear, respect, or reverence.
- adjective (obsolete outside dialects) Frightened, afraid.
Synonyms
dreaded dread esteemed respected worthy admired applauded blessed distinguished eminent gloriful glorious honoured illustrious priceless reputable revered sacred treasured valued
Etymology
From Middle English fard, feard, ferd, ferde, fered, equivalent to fear + -ed.
From Middle English ferd, feerd, fered, equivalent to fear + -ed.
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