dreaded

[US]/'drɛdɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. causing fear or terror
v. to be afraid or fearful

Phrases & Collocations

dreaded outcome

dreaded task

dreaded disease

dreaded enemy

Example Sentences

the dreaded exam week is approaching

she faced the dreaded task of public speaking

he received the dreaded news of his job loss

the dreaded deadline for the project is tomorrow

the dreaded flu season is upon us

students fear the dreaded pop quiz

the dreaded traffic jam made him late for work

the dreaded phone call brought bad news

the dreaded dentist appointment is scheduled for next week

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