nervously

• Adverbe décrivant la manière d'accomplir une action avec anxiété, appréhension ou inquiétude. Indique un état de nervosité ou de tension lors de l'exécution de quelque chose.

An adverb describing the manner of an action performed with anxiety, apprehension, or unease. It indicates a state of nervousness or tension while doing something.

1. In an anxious mannerA2formal

   In a way that shows worry, fear, or unease.

   de manière nerveuse

   • She nervously waited for the interview to start.
   • He nervously tapped his fingers on the table.
   • They nervously glanced at each other before the announcement.

   Synonymesanxiouslyapprehensivelyfretfullyrestlesslytenselyuneasilyworryingly

   Antonymescalmlycomposedlycoollynonchalantlyserenely

2. With hesitation or uncertaintyB1formal

   In a way that shows lack of confidence or hesitation.

   avec hésitation

   • He nervously asked her out on a date.
   • She nervously approached the podium to give her speech.
   • The student nervously answered the teacher's question.

   Synonymesdiffidentlyfalteringlyhesitantlytentativelytimidlyuncertainly

   Antonymesassuredlyboldlyconfidentlycourageouslyfearlessly