How to Pronounce Feared

To pronounce "feared", say FEAR-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /fɪəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/fɪəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “feared”

"feared" has 2 syllables: fear-ed. It rhymes with revered and weird, if that helps it stick.

What does feared mean?

verb

  1. To feel fear about (something or someone); to be afraid of; to consider or expect with alarm.

    “I fear the worst will happen.”

  2. To feel fear (about something).

    “Never fear; help is always near.”

adjective

  1. Pertaining to someone or thing that causes great fear in others.

Synonyms

afraidfrightenedscaredterrorisedterrorizedreverevenerate

Antonyms

belittlecontemn

Words that rhyme with feared

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reveredweirdsneeredpeeredjeeredsearedveeredsteeredadheredperseveredsmearedpioneered

Related words

fearfulnessdreadfrightcareconcernveneratereverencerevere

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "feared"?▾

"Feared" has 2 syllables: fear · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "feared"?▾

The IPA transcription of "feared" is /fɪəd/.

What does "feared" mean?▾

Feared: To feel fear about (something or someone); to be afraid of; to consider or expect with alarm.

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