Apprehensive
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British pronunciation/ˌæpɹɪhˈɛnsɪv/
American pronunciation/ˌæpɹiˈhɛnsɪv/, /ˌæpɹɪˈhɛnsɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "apprehensive"

apprehensive
01

nervous or worried that something unpleasant may happen

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She felt apprehensive about the upcoming job interview.
He was apprehensive about the dentist appointment, fearing it would be painful.
The students were apprehensive before taking their final exams.
02

having the ability to quickly grasp or understand information or situations

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During the lecture, Jane was apprehensive, quickly noting the key points the professor mentioned.
Even when presented with unfamiliar topics, his apprehensive mind allowed him to keep up with the conversation.
03

mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger etc

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apprehen

Verb

apprehensive

Adjective

apprehensively

Adverb

apprehensively

Adverb

apprehensiveness

Noun

apprehensiveness

Noun

unapprehensive

Adjective

unapprehensive

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