臆する

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 臆する is read as おくする and can mean “to be intimidated” or “to be afraid”, depending on context.
• Basic usage: The examples show speaking without intimidation before a crowd and advancing fearlessly against a strong opponent.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Distinguishing senses and uses
  • It means shrinking back in fear; negative patterns include literary 臆せず and the fuller 臆することなく.