Afraid and Doubtful

Afraid

Afraid adjective - Filled with fear or dread.

Doubtful and afraid are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Doubtful" instead an adjective "Afraid".

Doubtful

Doubtful adjective - Not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something.

Afraid and doubtful are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Afraid" instead an adjective "Doubtful".

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