What Does The Word Apprehensive Mean

Are these words "comprehension" and "apprehension" interchangeable?

The definition of apprehension:anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen."he felt sick with apprehension"synonyms:anxiety, worry, unease, nervousness, nerves, misgivings, disquiet, concern, tension, trepidation, perturbation, consternation, angst, dread, alarm, fear, foreboding; Moreantonyms:confidenceUnderstanding; grasp."the pure apprehension of the work of art"The action of arresting someone."they acted with intent to prevent lawful apprehension"synonyms:arrest, capture, seizure;Definition 2 is quite similar to comprehension but used quite rarely.When the average English speaker hears apprehension, I believe they are more likely to think of the 1st or 3rd definitions. Definition 2 is somewhat archaic.From Shakespear’s Hamlet Act 2 Scene 2What a piece of work is a man! How noble in reason, how infinite in faculty! In form and moving how express and admirable! In action how like an angel, in apprehension how like a god! The beauty of the world. The paragon of animals.

What do "apprehend" and "apprehension" mean?

Apprehendverbverb: apprehend; 3rd person present: apprehends; past tense: apprehended; past participle: apprehended; gerund or present participle: apprehending1. arrest (someone) for a crime."a warrant was issued but he has not been apprehended"synonyms:arrest, catch, capture, seize; Moretake prisoner, take into custody, detain, put in jail, throw in jail, put behind bars, imprison, incarcerate; informalcollar, nab, nail, run in, pinch, bust, pick up, pull in, haul in, do, feel someone's collar; informalnick "the thieves were quickly apprehended"2. understand or perceive."we enter a field of vision we could not otherwise apprehend"synonyms:understand, comprehend, realize, recognize, appreciate, discern, perceive, fathom, penetrate, catch, follow, grasp, make out, take inApprehensionnounnoun: apprehension; plural noun: apprehensions1. anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen."he felt sick with apprehension"synonyms:anxiety, angst, alarm, worry, uneasiness, unease, nervousness, misgiving, disquiet, concern, agitation, restlessness, edginess, fidgetiness, nerves, tension, trepidation, perturbation, consternation, panic, fearfulness, dread, fear, shock, horror, terror; Moreforeboding, presentiment; informalbutterflies in the stomach, the willies, the heebie-jeebies "he had been filled with apprehension at having to report his failure"antonyms:confidence2. understanding; grasp."his first apprehension of such large issues"synonyms:understanding, grasp, comprehension, realization, recognition, appreciation, discernment, perception, awareness, cognizance, consciousness, penetration "she was popular because of her quick apprehension of the wishes of the people"

Why are some spirits apprehensive of mediums? I’ve seen some mediums say “this one doesn’t believe in mediums” or “he/she is unsure about me” when trying to connect. Do they not understand it on the other side?

The truth is all of them are liars, and I dont say this because I know nobody speaks to the dead, I say this because I cant find anything in me other than my idea of who I am that is separate from the rest of infinity. Meaning there literally is only one. If there is only one this leaves no room for individual souls and spirits running around talking to mediums who charge by the minute. There may be some who believe they have some special ability to communicate with the dead but they're just delusional. The rest are just scamming thief's. Try to find that in you which claims to be separate from the whole. The awareness that reads these words is the same awareness that writes them. And you dont even need a psychic to tell you. Besides if you didnt find out for yourself the most it could ever be for you is a belief, and another word for belief is make-belief.

My Aspie boyfriend was apprehensive about a serious relationship but then introduced me to his mom as his girlfriend. He takes me to family events. Are we getting serious?

For someone with Asperger’s labels can tend to be black and white. How would you define a serious relationship? Does it mean that you are both ‘officially’ dating? Does it mean you don’t see other people? Does it mean that you spend a particular amount of time together?Your boyfriend may have been apprehensive as he was unsure of what a serious relationship was. I remember that my boyfriend was also apprehensive at first, he was unsure of what his role was, unsure of what would be expected of him. If dating you is new to him it may be helpful to sit down and discuss some expectations.What do you both want from your relationship? Are you casually dating or are you exclusively dating? It may make your boyfriend feel more secure to define these questions. It sounds like by a ‘serious relationship’ you meant one where you met the family and were known as his girlfriend. Does your boyfriend know that this is what you mean? It is possible that he already thinks of you as his exclusive girlfriend and has not realised that that is what you meant by a serious relationship.Aspies in my experience can be very loyal ( please note that everyone is different). However, I am of the opinion that some training (for want of a better word) is needed. It can be a long process in order for both of you to communicate effectively. Communication can be even more key in an aspie relationship as often things can be lost in translation. I have been dating my aspie boyfriend for over two years, and we still manage to miscommunicate over the most insignificant things. I have learnt to be as direct as I can. although it can be really difficult, being passive aggressive and saying that I am when I am annoyed often will not work. A lot of aspies are unable to read facial expressions. although this will get better with practice, and as well as the more time you spend together; please remember that he may not always get the social cues.To me, it sounds like he wants you to be a part of his life, make it clear to him what you want too. Tell him exactly what you meant by a serious relationship.On a side note if you want more information on dating an Aspie I would recommend this book: Amazon.co.uk: Rudy Simone: 8601404408953: BooksGood Luck-Day 19/365