Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wait-nervously
verb phrase
/weɪt ˈnɜrvəsli/
Definition
To remain in a state of anticipation or expectation while feeling anxious or uneasy.
Examples
- She had to wait nervously for the results of her interview.
- He waited nervously at the bus stop, hoping his friend would arrive soon.
- They waited nervously for the doctor to call their name.
Meaning
Waiting nervously refers to the experience of being in a situation where one is unsure and feels apprehensive while waiting for an outcome or event.
Synonyms
- anxiously await
- fret while waiting
- tremble in anticipation
