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Definition

adjective. very feared or regarded with great apprehension.

Example Sentence

He dreaded walking to school in the wind and snow.

More Example Sentences

They faced the dreaded challenge together.

Synonyms

feared; dreaded; feared

Antonyms

admired; loved; welcomed

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dreaded
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Rhymes

  • bedded
  • breaded
  • dreaded
  • headed
  • leaded
  • shredded
  • threaded
  • wedded

  • beheaded
  • embedded
  • imbedded
  • unleaded
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