trepidation — a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌtrɛpɪˈdeɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 앞으로 일어날 일에 대한 두려움이나 불안감
Korean pronunciation: 트레피**데이**션
Example Sentences
- I opened my report card with considerable trepidation, knowing I had skipped half the semester.
- She felt trepidation before meeting her boyfriend's parents for the first time.
- The CEO announced the layoffs with visible trepidation, probably fearing an employee revolt.
trepidation
NOUN//ˌtrɛpɪˈdeɪʃən//
a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen
a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'trepidatio' meaning trembling or agitation, derived from 'trepidare' meaning to tremble or be alarmed.
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📝Examples
“I opened my report card with considerable trepidation, knowing I had skipped half the semester.”
“She felt trepidation before meeting her boyfriend's parents for the first time.”
“The CEO announced the layoffs with visible trepidation, probably fearing an employee revolt.”
“Despite his trepidation about public speaking, he delivered an excellent presentation.”
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