Apprehensiveness and Vexation

Apprehensiveness

Apprehensiveness noun - An uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble.
Usage example: her apprehensiveness about starting college is keeping her awake at night

Vexation and apprehensiveness are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vexation" instead a noun "Apprehensiveness".

Vexation

Vexation noun - The act of making unwelcome intrusions upon another.
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Synonyms for Vexation

Apprehensiveness and vexation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Apprehensiveness" instead a noun "Vexation".

Nearby Words: vex, vexed, vexatious, vexing
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