disbelievingly
Definition
Adverb: In a manner that shows doubt, skepticism, or a refusal to believe something.
Usage
The adverb "disbelievingly" is used to describe how an action, typically a verb of perception, communication, or expression, is performed. It indicates that the action is done with an attitude of disbelief or skepticism.
Examples
- She disbelievingly stared at the winning lottery ticket in her hand.
- "You did what?" he asked disbelievingly.
- The scientist reviewed the anomalous data disbelievingly, certain there must be an error.
Advanced Usage
- As a sentence adverb (modifying the entire clause): While less common, it can be used to frame the speaker's attitude toward the whole statement.
- Disbelievingly, she recounted the story of the alleged UFO sighting.
Variants and Related Words
- Disbelief (noun): The feeling of not believing that something is true or real.
- He stared in disbelief at the empty parking space where his car had been.
- Disbelieve (verb): To be unable or unwilling to believe something.
- I simply disbelieve his alibi.
- Disbeliever (noun): A person who does not believe something, especially in a religious context.
- The preacher addressed both believers and disbelievers in the crowd.
Synonyms
- Incredulously
- Skeptically
- Doubtfully
- Unbelievingly
- Questioningly
Antonyms
- Believingly
- Credulously
- Trustingly
- Confidently
Adverb
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in an incredulous manner
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the woman looked up at her incredulously
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