fears
n. C / Un. the unpleasant feelings you have when you are worried about something bad happening. You use this word to talk about specific things that make you feel scared or anxious.
n. unpleasant emotions caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. Often used in the plural to describe a collection of specific anxieties or concerns.
She overcame her fears of public speaking.
The government is trying to calm public fears about the rising cost of living.
Market analysts expressed deep-seated fears that the sudden shift in interest rates would destabilize the housing sector and lead to a prolonged recession.
Often used in the plural ('fears') when referring to specific concerns; the singular form usually describes the general emotion.