fears

verb

To feel or show apprehension about something potentially dangerous, painful, or unwelcome.

"He fears public speaking intensely."

noun

Strong, unpleasant emotions or worries caused by the belief that something dangerous or painful might happen.

"Her greatest fears were of failure."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: reverence, revere, venerate, fright, fearfulness, care, concern, awe, veneration, dread

Antonyms: bravery, fearlessness