Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-get-cold-feet
idiom
/tə ˈɡɛt koʊld fiːt/
Definition
To feel nervous or apprehensive before a big decision or event, often resulting in hesitance or withdrawal.
Examples
- She was excited about the move to a new city, but she started to get cold feet as the moving day approached.
- He was all set to propose, but he got cold feet right before he popped the question.
Meaning
The expression ‘to get cold feet’ typically describes a last-minute change of mind regarding a commitment or action, particularly in situations like weddings or important decisions.
Synonyms
- have second thoughts
- get nervous
- back out
