Trepidation
/trˌɛpɪˈdeɪʃən/
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Definition
(noun) Anxiety over the uncertain future or possible ill-occurrence.
Sentence Examples
We are waiting with trepidation to be proved wrong.
Do I hear a note of trepidation in your voice?
CEFR Practice Quiz
He entered the manager's office with some ____, as he was not sure how she would react to his new proposal today.