Definition

In a way that shows concern or anxiety.

Example

She looked at him worriedly when he didn't come home on time.

Conversation

I saw you looking worriedly at your phone earlier; is everything okay?

Yeah, I'm just waiting for an important message from my boss.

I can tell you're feeling a bit anxious about it.

It's just hard not to feel worriedly when it’s something so important.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Worriedly → It is formed from "worried" (the past participle of "worry", which comes from Old English "wyrgan", meaning to strangle or to choke) and "-ly" (a suffix meaning in a manner of). The word "worriedly" means in a manner that shows concern or anxiety.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is feeling anxious or 'strangled' by their thoughts ('wyrgan') and how they express that feeling — that's why 'worriedly' means to act in a concerned manner.

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