Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kias

noun
/kiːˈɑːs/
Definition
A feeling of fear or anxiety that arises from uncertainty or doubt.
Examples
  • She felt a surge of kias when she saw the daunting task ahead.
  • The students experienced kias before the big exam.
  • He had kias about moving to a new city without knowing anyone.
Meaning
The term ‘kias’ is often used to describe a situation where one feels apprehensive or scared due to an unknown outcome, commonly associated with the fear of failure or difficulties that lie ahead.
Synonyms
  • anxiety
  • fear
  • apprehension
  • unease