Phrase guide

no fear

intj · prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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intj

Meaning 1

Synonym of never fear: no worries, don't worry.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • You want me to handle it? No fear.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: never fear

Antonyms: none provided

2

intj

Meaning 2

Synonym of no way: absolutely not.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, dated

Examples

  • You're afraid I would handle it? No fear.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: no way

Antonyms: none provided

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prep_phrase

Meaning 3

Not a chance, impossible.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

The opposing senses of the interjection derive from the phrase functioning as an ellipsis of both have no fear ("be assured") and there is no fear of that happening ("it's impossible").