Suspiciously

/səˈspɪʃ.əs.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner that arouses suspicion or doubt.

She looked at him suspiciously, wondering what he was hiding.

With a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.

He suspiciously examined the package before opening it.

In a way that suggests that something may be wrong or deceptive.

The dog barked suspiciously at the strangers approaching the house.

With an attitude of skepticism or distrust.

She responded suspiciously to his compliments, unsure of his intentions.

In a way that indicates a belief that something is not as it seems.

He raised an eyebrow and looked at the offer suspiciously.

From the word 'suspicious' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

looking suspiciously

To gaze at something with distrust or doubt.

suspiciously quiet

Remaining silent in a way that causes concern or mistrust.

suspiciously close

Indicating a close proximity that raises doubts about intentions.

suspicion

A feeling or belief that something is possibly wrong.

suspect

To believe something to be true, particularly in relation to wrongdoing.

suspicious

Having or showing a cautious distrust of someone or something.

Side-eye

She gave him a side-eye when he made his claim.

Giving shade

He was giving her shade when she walked by.