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trepidatious

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Trepidatious (adj) means Nervous and afraid.

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Nervous and afraid.

"Factor in Grammer’s outspoken Trumpism, which complicates the legacy of his defining role, and fans may be forgiven for feeling trepidatious." — Elle Hunt, ‘Don’t make Frasier best friends with Elon Musk!’ Writers and comics offer their reboot tips (2023)

"He looks a little trepidatious too, and we both laugh awkwardly as he nears me." — Sophie Kinsella, Love Your Life (2020)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.