Definition of "Afraid" :

adjective: filled with fear or apprehension

"Afraid even to turn his head."

adjective: filled with regret or concern; used often to soften an unpleasant statement

"I'm afraid I won't be able to come."

adjective: feeling worry or concern or insecurity

"She was afraid that I might be embarrassed."

adjective: having feelings of aversion or unwillingness

"Afraid of hard work."