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preapprehension
noun
pre·apprehension
\(¦)prē+\
Definition of preapprehension
1 : an apprehension or opinion formed before examination or knowledge : a preconceived notion
2 : a fear of some evil that may come about : foreboding
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Origin and Etymology of preapprehension
pre- + apprehension
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