CEFR B2

fearfully

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows fear or anxiety; with apprehension.

Examples

She glanced fearfully over her shoulder, expecting to see someone following her.
The mouse scurried fearfully into the shadows when the cat entered the room.

Synonyms: nervously, apprehensively, timidly, trepidatiously

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fearfully (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪərfəli/

Definition

In a way that shows fear or anxiety; with apprehension.

Examples

She glanced fearfully over her shoulder, expecting to see someone following her.
The mouse scurried fearfully into the shadows when the cat entered the room.
He spoke fearfully about the upcoming exam, worried he hadn't studied enough.

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