Fraught/frɔːt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Negative Outcome Use 'fraught' when something is filled with or leads to bad results. The plan is fraught with potential issues. Pro Tip 2/3Strong Emphasis 'Fraught' adds intensity to the unwanted elements involved. His decision is fraught with consequences. Pro Tip 3/3Unwanted Complexity Implies not just danger, but complicated or messy situations. Their relationship became fraught with complexities.