feared

/fɪəd/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

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

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Regarded with fear, respect, or reverence.

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “feared” mean?

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

Is “feared” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.