Meaning of Dread
In simple words: To feel very afraid or worried about something
Dread in a sentence
How to use Dread
Grammar pattern
dread + object
Memory hint
Think of 'dread' as feeling heavy like a cloud before a storm.
Related words
Collocations with Dread
- dread the future
- dread the consequences
- dread telling someone
Common mistakes with Dread
- Using 'dread' with positive outcomes, e.g. 'I dread winning'.
- Confusing 'dread' with 'fear' when expressing less intense feelings.
- Misusing the tense, e.g. saying 'I dreaded' for future worries.
Dread appears in
Dread in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
رعب
أن تشعر بالخوف أو القلق الشديد بشأن شيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
ভয় পাওয়া
কোনো কিছু নিয়ে খুব বেশি ভয় বা চিন্তা করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Fürchten
Sich sehr vor etwas fürchten oder sich Sorgen machen
- SpanishEspañol
Temor
Sentir mucho miedo o preocupación por algo
- Persianفارسی
ترسیدن از، وحشت کردن از
خیلی از چیزی ترسیدن یا نگرانش بودن.
- FrenchFrançais
Redouter
Avoir très peur ou être très inquiet à propos de quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
डरना
किसी चीज़ को लेकर बहुत ज़्यादा डर या चिंता महसूस करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Temere, paventare
Sentire molta paura o preoccupazione per qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Temer
Sentir muito medo ou preocupação com algo
- RussianРусский
Бояться, страшиться
Очень бояться или беспокоиться о чем-то
- Urduاردو
خوف
کسی چیز سے بہت زیادہ ڈرنا یا پریشان ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
恐惧
对某事感到非常害怕或担忧
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Frequently asked questions about Dread
What does Dread mean?
To feel very afraid or worried about something
What is the definition of Dread?
To anticipate with great apprehension or fear.
How do you use Dread in a sentence?
I dread the thought of public speaking.
Can you give another example of Dread?
She dreads her upcoming exam because she hasn't studied enough.
What are synonyms for Dread?
Common alternatives include fear, apprehend, worry, panic, anxious.
What is the opposite of Dread?
Opposite meanings include delight, rejoice, welcome.
What words go with Dread?
It commonly pairs with dread the future, dread the consequences, dread telling someone.
What are common mistakes when using Dread?
Using 'dread' with positive outcomes, e.g. 'I dread winning'. Confusing 'dread' with 'fear' when expressing less intense feelings. Misusing the tense, e.g. saying 'I dreaded' for future worries.
How do you pronounce Dread?
US: //drɛd//, UK: //drɛd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Dread?
Use 'dread' when expressing fear or anxiety about a future event. It's often more serious than just being scared.
What CEFR level is Dread?
"Dread" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.

