ängstlich — meaning in English
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English meaning
- afraid adj Feeling fear; frightened.
- anxious adj Feeling nervous or worried, especially about something uncertain or upcoming.
- apprehensive adj Nervous or worried about something that might happen.
- faint adj Barely perceptible; weak in intensity.
- fearful adj Feeling afraid or anxious.
- scared adjective Feeling fear; afraid.
- timid adj Easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.
- tremulous adj Trembling, quivering, or shaking.
Senses
ängstlich is used for these senses in English:
- afraid Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear.
- anxious Nervous and worried.
- apprehensive Anticipating something with anxiety, fear, or doubt; reluctant.
- chicken-hearted Not brave; lacking courage; cowardly. [from 17th c.]
- faint Lacking courage, spirit, or energy; cowardly; dejected.
- fearful Tending to fear; timid.
- scared Feeling fear; afraid, frightened.
- timid Lacking in courage or confidence.
afraid — full definition
- adj Feeling fear; frightened.
- adj Used to soften bad news or a polite refusal; sorry to say.
- adj Worried about someone or something; concerned for their safety or outcome.
anxious — full definition
- adj Feeling nervous or worried, especially about something uncertain or upcoming.
- adj Eagerly wanting something, often with a hint of impatience.