Main Entry: ap·pre·hen·sive

Pronunciation: \-ˈhen(t)-siv\

Function: adjective

Date: 14th century

1 : capable of apprehending or quick to do so : discerning
2 : having apprehension : cognizant
3 : viewing the future with anxiety or alarm

synonyms see fearful

— ap·pre·hen·sive·ly adverb

— ap·pre·hen·sive·ness noun