fear
- n an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
- n an anxious feeling
they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction - n a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
the fear of God - v be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
I fear she might get aggressive - v be afraid or scared of; be frightened of
I fear the winters in Moscow
We should not fear the Communists! - v be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement
I fear I won't make it to your wedding party - v be uneasy or apprehensive about
I fear the results of the final exams - v regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
fearfulness
- n an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
- n the trait of being afraid
feast
- n a ceremonial dinner party for many people
- n something experienced with great delight
a feast for the eyes - n a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed
the Thanksgiving feast - n an elaborate party (often outdoors)
- v partake in a feast or banquet
- v provide a feast or banquet for
- v gratify
feast of booths
- n a major Jewish festival beginning on the eve of the 15th of Tishri and commemorating the shelter of the Israelites during their 40 years in the wilderness