trepidation
Noun
Hard difficulty
What does “trepidation” mean?
noun.a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.
SAT Usage
the term often appears in contexts related to anxiety, uncertainty, or impending challenges, such as in discussions of personal fears or societal issues. It emphasizes a deep sense of unease or apprehension, distinguishing it from similar words like "fear," which may lack the nuance of agitation or nervous anticipation.
Common Confusions
Trepidation implies a deep sense of unease or nervous anticipation, while anxiety usually suggests a more general state of worry or concern without the specific focus on impending challenges.
Do not choose trepidation if the context emphasizes confidence or calmness rather than a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.
Example Sentences
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She opened the test booklet with considerable trepidation.
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The trepidation she felt was overwhelming.