What is a synonym for the word dreading?

Here are some synonyms for "dreading," depending on the specific nuance you want to convey:

General fear or apprehension:

* Apprehensive

* Anxious

* Fearful

* Worried

* Concerned

* Nervous

Stronger negative anticipation:

* Loathing

* Abhorring

* Hating

* Despising

* Trembling

* Terrified

Reluctant anticipation:

* Reluctant

* Hesitant

* Unwilling

* Disinclined

* Averse

More specific to the situation:

* Anticipating with trepidation

* Brace[ing] yourself for

* Looking forward to with dread

The best synonym depends on the context and the specific feeling you want to convey.