skittishly

• Advérbio que descreve um comportamento nervoso, inquieto ou que se assusta facilmente, usado frequentemente em relação a animais (especialmente cavalos) ou pessoas que agem de forma agitada e imprevisível.

An adverb describing behavior that is nervous, restless, or easily startled, often used in reference to animals (especially horses) or people acting in a fidgety, unpredictable manner.

1. Nervously or restlesslyC1formal

   In a way that shows nervousness, restlessness, or lack of concentration.

   Nervosamente ou inquietamente

   • The horse moved skittishly at the sound of thunder.
   • She glanced skittishly around the room during the interview.
   • He answered the questions skittishly, avoiding eye contact.

   Sinônimosanxiouslynervouslyrestlesslyuneasily

   Antônimoscalmlycomposedlyserenelysteadily

2. Playfully or unpredictablyC1informal

   In a lively, playful, or unpredictable manner.

   De forma brincalhona ou imprevisível

   • The puppy ran skittishly around the garden.
   • Children played skittishly in the park, chasing each other.
   • Her mood changed skittishly from laughter to tears.

   Sinônimoscapriciouslyerraticallyfriskilyplayfullyunpredictablywhimsically

   Antônimoscalmlypredictablyseriouslysoberlysteadily