Definition

In a way that shows fear or anxiety, as if being pursued or hunted.

Example

She looked around huntedly, fearing someone was watching her.

Conversation

Did you see how he looked at me during the game?

Yeah, he seemed a bit huntedly as if he was on edge.

I wonder if something's bothering him outside of sports.

Could be, sometimes people carry more than they show.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'huntedly' is derived from 'hunted' (the past participle of 'hunt', which comes from Old English 'huntian', meaning to chase or pursue) and the suffix '-ly' (meaning in a manner of). Therefore, 'huntedly' means in a manner that is characterized by being hunted or pursued.

Memory Tip

Think of someone acting in a way that reflects being 'pursued' ('hunted') — the '-ly' indicates the manner of that action.

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