feared

(verb) be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event. Synonyms: fear. Example: "I fear she might get aggressive."

(verb) be afraid or scared of; be frightened of. Synonyms: fear, dread. Examples: "I fear the winters in moscow." "We should not fear the communists!."

(verb) be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement. Synonyms: fear. Example: "I fear i won't make it to your wedding party."

(verb) be uneasy or apprehensive about. Synonyms: fear. Example: "I fear the results of the final exams."

(verb) regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of. Synonyms: reverence, fear, revere, venerate. Examples: "Fear god as your father." "We venerate genius."