Pavor (en. Dread)

/paˈβoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A strong fear or dread in the face of a situation.
Dread took hold of him when he saw the storm.
El pavor se apoderó de él al ver la tormenta.
A sensation of terror or anguish.
The dread he felt in the darkness was overwhelming.
El pavor que sintió en la oscuridad era abrumador.
It is the emotional reaction to an immediate danger.
He feels dread when facing great heights.
Siente pavor al enfrentarse a grandes alturas.

Etymology

From Latin 'pavor', meaning fear or dread.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dread in the body
A sensation of deep fear that affects physically.
pavor en el cuerpo

Related Words

dreadful
Causing dread; terrifying.
pavoroso
to terrify
To cause dread or fear.
pavorizar

Slang Meanings

To be scared or to feel fear.
He was in dread when he heard strange noises.
Estaba en pavor cuando escuchó ruidos extraños.