fear
US /fɪr/
UK /fɪr/
1.
medo, pavor
an unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain, or harm
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She felt a sudden surge of fear when she heard the strange noise.
Ela sentiu uma onda súbita de medo quando ouviu o barulho estranho.
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His greatest fear is losing his family.
O maior medo dele é perder a família.
2.
temor, reverência
a feeling of respect and wonder for something powerful or sacred
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They lived in fear of God.
Eles viviam no temor de Deus.
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The ancient people held the mountains in great fear.
Os povos antigos tinham grande temor pelas montanhas.
1.
temer, ter medo de
be afraid of (someone or something) as likely to be dangerous, painful, or harmful
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I fear spiders.
Eu temo aranhas.
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She feared for her life.
Ela temia por sua vida.
2.
temer, preocupar-se com
feel anxiety or apprehension on behalf of
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I fear for his safety.
Eu temo pela segurança dele.
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She feared that the news would upset him.
Ela temia que a notícia o aborrecesse.