apprehension

noun
UK: /ˌæprɪˈhenʃən/
US: /ˌæpriˈhenʃən/

  1. Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

    1. She felt some apprehension about the test. [ ] [ ]
    2. Despite my apprehension, the trip turned out to be quite enjoyable and safe. [ ] [ ]

  2. The act of arresting someone; capture.

    1. The apprehension of the suspect was swift and efficient. [ ] [ ]
    2. Police are focusing on the apprehension of the remaining fugitives from justice. [ ] [ ]

  3. Understanding; grasp.

    1. He has a quick apprehension of complex ideas. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her apprehension of the situation allowed her to react calmly and effectively. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

perception anxiety worry fear dread arrest capture understanding grasp

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "apprehension" in English means: Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen., The act of arresting someone; capture., Understanding; grasp..

The phonetic transcription of "apprehension" is /ˌæprɪˈhenʃən/ in British English and /ˌæpriˈhenʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "apprehension": perception, anxiety, worry, fear, dread, arrest, capture, understanding, grasp.

Example usage of "apprehension": "She felt some apprehension about the test.". More examples on the page.