fear

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

be afraid or scared of; be frightened of

“I fear the winters in Moscow”

an anxious feeling

“they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction”

a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

“the fear of God”

an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

“I fear she might get aggressive”

be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement

“I fear I won't make it to your wedding party”

be uneasy or apprehensive about

“I fear the results of the final exams”