Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nervous-glance

noun
/ˈnɜrvəs ɡlæns/
Definition
A quick, often furtive look that reflects anxiety or unease.
Examples
  • She shot a nervous glance around the room as the meeting started.
  • His nervous glance betrayed his fear of speaking in public.
  • They exchanged nervous glances when they heard the strange noise outside.
Meaning
A nervous glance typically indicates someone’s apprehension or worry about a situation or person.
Synonyms
  • anxious look
  • worried stare
  • apprehensive glance