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alarmed, dreaded, anxious

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Example Sentences

Example:The children seemed alarmed at the prospect of being left alone in the dark house.

Definition:extremely worried about something happening or likely to happen

From alarmed

Example:He dreaded the thought of unveiling his new invention in public.

Definition:afraid of

From dreaded

Example:She had an anxious look on her face as she waited for news about the exam results.

Definition:feeling or showing worry, concern, or nervousness

From anxious