1. in a manner showing lack of trust or confidence in someone or something

Examples

• She looked at the stranger distrustfully before answering his question.
• He distrustfully examined the contract, searching for hidden clauses.
• The dog approached the unfamiliar visitor distrustfully, keeping its distance.
• She spoke distrustfully about the company's promises after their previous failures.
• He eyed the offer distrustfully, suspecting there was a catch.
• The witness testified distrustfully about the defendant's alibi.