fear
US /fɪr/
UK /fɪr/
1.
恐惧, 害怕
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.
当她听到奇怪的声音时，突然感到一阵恐惧。
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His greatest fear is losing his family.
他最大的恐惧是失去家人。
2.
敬畏, 畏惧
a feeling of respect and wonder for something powerful or sacred
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They lived in fear of God.
他们生活在对上帝的敬畏中。
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The ancient people held the mountains in great fear.
古代人对山脉怀有极大的敬畏。
1.
害怕, 恐惧
be afraid of (someone or something) as likely to be dangerous, painful, or harmful
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I fear spiders.
我害怕蜘蛛。
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She feared for her life.
她害怕失去生命。
2.
担心, 忧虑
feel anxiety or apprehension on behalf of
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I fear for his safety.
我担心他的安全。
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She feared that the news would upset him.
她担心这个消息会让他心烦。