Apprehensive – Feeling anxious about the future. Viewing the future with alarm
(Pronounced app-ree-hen-siv)
To remember the definition of the word apprehensive, use the following mnemonic:
The apprentice's comprehensive training (apprehensive) had prepared her well, but she still viewed the future with alarm.
Examples of apprehensive in a sentence
With recent cuts, Kate is apprehensive about losing her job.
I am a bit apprehensive when crossing the busy street.
The couple are apprehensive about having a second baby in a bad economy.
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