questioningly
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that expresses doubt, curiosity, or a request for information: The action is performed with a look, tone, or gesture that asks a question or seeks clarification without using words.
- In a puzzled or inquisitive way: Showing a desire to know or learn more about something.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- She raised her eyebrows questioningly when he told the unlikely story.
- The student looked questioningly at the professor after the complex explanation.
- "Are you sure?" he asked, his voice trailing off questioningly.
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe a non-verbal query: Often modifies verbs related to facial expressions or gaze (e.g., ).
- He tilted his head questioningly, waiting for a sign to proceed.
- Used to describe a tone of voice: Can modify verbs related to speech to indicate a questioning inflection.
- She repeated the name questioningly, unsure if she had heard it correctly.
Variants and Related Words
- Questioning (adjective): Showing or expressing doubt or a request for information.
- She gave him a questioning look.
- Question (noun/verb): The root word from which "questioningly" is derived.
- Inquisitively (adverb): In a curious, inquiring manner. (Close synonym)
- Quizzically (adverb): In a puzzled, questioning, or mocking manner. (Close synonym)
Synonyms
- Inquisitively
- Quizzically
- Curiously
- Interrogatively
Antonyms
- Assertively
- Definitively
- Unquestioningly
Adverb
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in a quizzical and questioning manner
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they looked quizzically at the doctor
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in a curious and questioning manner
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they turned their heads questioningly, as if awaiting further instructions
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