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How do you define 'fear'?

Updated: 9/22/2023
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Here is how I define 'fear':

NOUN

1) a very painful emotion excited by a potential or imminent threat accompanied by a desire to withdraw from it

2) the potential or imminent threat that excites such an emotion

3) a reverent and obedient disposition toward someone in authority, especially God or another sacred being

VERB

1) to feel anxiety or apprehension by being exposed to a threat

2) to regard with reverence or obedience toward someone in authority, especially God or another sacred being

3) to be doubtful about a person, object, or situation

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Fear is a strong unpleasant emotion that causes a person to retreat when confronted by danger, difficulty, opposition, or pain.

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