What effect does the word “dread” have compared to the word “fear” that the writer could have used?

“Dread” suggests an intense, often lingering fear or apprehension about something unpleasant. Compared with the more general word “fear,” it has a stronger and more negative connotation. Therefore, the correct choice is that “dread” has a more negative connotation than “fear.”

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