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apprehension vs smattering

smattering vs apprehension

apprehension and smattering both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
apprehension Yes No No No
smattering Yes No No No
As nouns, smattering is a hyponym of apprehension; that is, smattering is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than apprehension:
  • apprehension: the cognitive condition of someone who understands
  • smattering: a slight or superficial understanding of a subject
apprehension (noun) smattering (noun)
the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) a slight or superficial understanding of a subject
the cognitive condition of someone who understands a small number or amount
painful expectation
fearful expectation or anticipation
Difference between apprehension and smattering

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