A1 — Beginnernoun
paura
fear
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
spaventoterroretimorefobiaapprensione
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
coraggioaudaciatranquillitàsicurezzaserenità
Usage note
'Paura' is everyday fear. 'Terrore' is extreme terror. 'Timore' is milder, respectful fear. 'Spavento' is a sudden fright. 'Fobia' is a phobia (irrational fear).
Example
"Il bambino aveva paura del buio."
"The child was afraid of the dark."
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