Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

look-anxiously

verb phrase

/lʊk ˈæŋkʃəsli/

Definition

To gaze or observe with a feeling of worry or concern.

Examples

She looked anxiously at the clock, worrying that she might be late.
The mother looked anxiously out the window, hoping to see her child return home safely.
He looked anxiously at his exam results, fearing the worst.

Meaning

When someone looks anxiously, they are displaying signs of nervousness or unease, often due to uncertainty about a situation or the well-being of someone else.