Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apprehensively
adverb
/ˌæp.rɪˈhɛn.sɪv.li/
Definition
in a manner that shows worry or unease about something that may happen.
Examples
- She looked apprehensively around the dark corner, unsure of what to expect.
- He approached the podium apprehensively, fearing he might forget his speech.
Meaning
Apprehensively describes a feeling of anxiety or concern about a potential outcome. When someone acts apprehensively, they are often hesitant, lacking confidence due to fear or uncertainty.
Synonyms
- anxiously
- worriedly
- nervously
- uneasily
