Meaning Of The Word Apprehension

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Apprehension Meaning

Apprehension Definition
Apprehension Definition

What's The Definition Of Apprehension?

apprehension
The apprehension of something is awareness and understanding of it.
uncountable noun: The apprehension of someone who is thought to be a criminal is their capture or arrest by the police.
variable noun: Apprehension is a feeling of fear that something bad may happen.

apprehension in American English
capture or arrest
noun: anticipation of adversity or misfortune; suspicion or fear of future trouble or evil

apprehension in British English
noun: fear or anxiety over what may happen

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