CEFR B1

doubtfully

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows uncertainty or hesitation.

Examples

She looked doubtfully at the map, unsure if it was the right way.
He accepted the offer, but his smile was doubtfully.

Synonyms: hesitantly, skeptically, uncertainly, incredulously

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doubtfully (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈdaʊtfəli/

Definition

In a way that shows uncertainty or hesitation.

Examples

She looked doubtfully at the map, unsure if it was the right way.
He accepted the offer, but his smile was doubtfully.
The child asked, "Will it really rain tomorrow?" doubtfully.

Synonyms of doubtfully

Words with a similar meaning to doubtfully:

hesitantly
skeptically
uncertainly
incredulously

Antonyms of doubtfully

Words with the opposite meaning to doubtfully:

confidently
assuredly

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