Vocabulary Entry

dread

|noun • verb • adjective

noun

A feeling of fear or apprehension.

Example Sentences

"She felt a deep sense of dread before the presentation."

"The dark clouds brought a sense of dread to the hikers."

"His heart was filled with dread as he awaited the results."

verb

Example Sentences

"I dread going to the dentist every six months."

"They dread hearing the news of layoffs at work."

"She dreads the thought of moving to a new city."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The dread sound echoed through the abandoned building."

"He faced a dread opponent in the final match."

"The storm sent a dread chill through the air."