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Yes, dread is playable

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"Dread" Definition

noun

An object of fear, awe, or reverence.
Archaic Awe; reverence.
Fearful or distasteful anticipation. See Synonyms at fear.
Profound fear; terror.
Great fear especially in the face of impending evil.

verb-transitive

Archaic To hold in awe or reverence.
To anticipate with alarm, distaste, or reluctance: dreaded the long drive home.
To be in terror of.

adjective

Causing terror or fear: a dread disease.
Inspiring awe: the dread presence of the headmaster.
Causing great fear or anxiety.
Inspiring awe.

verb-intransitive

To be very afraid.

verb

To fear greatly.
To regard with awe.
To feel extreme reluctance to meet or face.
To be apprehensive or fearful.

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