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apprehensive

adjective

Find the meaning of the word apprehensive, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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Feeling worried or anxious about something that might happen.

Example Sentence

The students were apprehensive about taking the final exam because it covered a lot of material.

Usage Note

Use this word to describe a feeling of worry or nervousness about a future event, like a test, a new job, or a difficult conversation.