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APPREHENSIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Apprehensive.

Apprehensive - as an adjective satellite

Quick to understand

Example: "A kind and apprehensive friend"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discerning

Mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger etc

Example: "Apprehensive about her job"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
worried

In fear or dread of possible evil or harm

Example: "Apprehensive for one's life"

Apprehensive - as an adjective

Anticipating something with anxiety or fear.

Perceptive; quick to learn; capable of understanding using one's intellect.

Example Sentences

"She felt apprehensive about starting a new job."
"He was apprehensive about the test results."
"The team was apprehensive before the big game."
"I was apprehensive about traveling alone."
"She was apprehensive to speak in public."
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Word Game Points

Is APPREHENSIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, apprehensive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

APPREHENSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is APPREHENSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, apprehensive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
APPREHENSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is APPREHENSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, apprehensive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
APPREHENSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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