Was afraid, i.e. dreaded an impending hardship

Matthew 26:39 (ESV)

^39  And going a little farther he fell on his face and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.”

Matthew 26:42 (ESV)

^42  Again, for the second time, he went away and prayed, “My Father, if this cannot pass unless I drink it, your will be done.”

Matthew 26:44 (ESV)

^44  So, leaving them again, he went away and prayed for the third time, saying the same words again.