trepidant

/ˈtrepɪdənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

feeling or showing fear or apprehension; fearful or timid

“The traveler was trepidant about visiting a new country alone.”

2. noun

a feeling of fear or apprehension

“She felt a sense of trepidation as she stood at the edge of the cliff.”

Synonyms

  • anxious
  • apprehensive
  • frightened
  • timid

Antonyms

  • brave
  • confident