Apprehension
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British pronunciation/ˌæpɹɪhˈɛnʃən/
American pronunciation/ˌæpɹɪˈhɛnʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "apprehension"

Apprehension
01

the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal)

apprehension definition and meaning
02

a feeling of fear or worry that something bad might happen in the future

03

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

04

painful expectation

apprehension

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apprehens

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misapprehension

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misapprehension

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Example
The fearful expression on her face revealed her apprehension about the upcoming exam.
The villagers looked on with apprehension as the strangers entered their town.
The foiled bank robbery ended with the apprehension of the suspects before they could escape with the stolen money.
He could see her quail with apprehension as the dark clouds gathered overhead.
Collaboration with law enforcement agencies is an essential component of effective retail loss prevention, facilitating the apprehension and prosecution of shoplifters and internal fraudsters.
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