trepidation
[ trep-i-dey-shuhn ]
noun
tremulous fear, alarm, or agitation; perturbation.
Archaic. trembling or quivering movement; tremor.
Origin of trepidation
1Other words for trepidation
Other words from trepidation
- trep·i·da·tious, adjective
- trep·i·da·tious·ly, adverb
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How to use trepidation in a sentence
On Friday, she checked her bank account, watching with some trepidation to see if it processed.
Hundreds of D.C. poll workers affected by payment delays are starting to receive their checks | Michael Brice-Saddler | January 22, 2021 | Washington Post
British Dictionary definitions for trepidation
trepidation
/ (ˌtrɛpɪˈdeɪʃən) /
noun
a state of fear or anxiety
a condition of quaking or palpitation, esp one caused by anxiety
Origin of trepidation
1C17: from Latin trepidātiō, from trepidāre to be in a state of alarm; compare intrepid
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