Meaning of textbook fear | Babel Free
Definitions
A type of anxiety or apprehension felt toward a situation or decision that is commonly perceived as difficult, overwhelming, or universally feared, rather than based on personal experience.
Examples
“I really want⟳ to move⟳ away for university, but the textbook fear of being on my own⟳ keeps holding me back.”
“She experienced textbook fear when facing the difficult decision to change⟳ careers.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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