adverb
- in a manner showing worry, fear, or anxiety about something that might happen
Examples
- She glanced apprehensively at the dark clouds gathering overhead.
- He apprehensively awaited the results of his medical test.
- The student looked apprehensively at the exam questions.
- They waited apprehensively for news from the hospital.
- She spoke apprehensively about the upcoming job interview.
- He eyed the steep cliff apprehensively before beginning the hike.