AFRAID

(FEARFUL) [adjective] [after verb] - feeling fear, or feeling anxiety about the possible results of a particular situationHe was/felt suddenly afraid.Knowing what he is capable of, you have every right to be afraid.I've always been afraid of flying/heights/spiders.She was afraid for her children (= feared that they might be hurt).Don't be afraid to say what you think. [+ to infinitive]They were afraid (that) their teacher would find out. [+ (that) clause]She was afraid (that) he might be upset if she told him. [+ (that) clause]The scientist was afraid of speaking out publicly for fear of losing his job.