Suspiciously Meaning in English
word
səˈspɪʃəsɫi
suh-SPISH-us-lee
səspˈɪʃəsli
susp-ISH-us-lee
Definition
In a way that suggests doubt, mistrust, or the belief that something is wrong or not as it seems.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used to describe actions that seem dishonest or secretive. Often modifies verbs like 'look', 'act', or 'move'. Can imply humor or sarcasm in casual conversation. Do not confuse with 'suspicious' (the adjective).
Spanish: sospechosamentePortuguese (BR): suspeitamentePortuguese (PT): suspeitosamenteChinese (Simplified): 可疑地Chinese (Traditional): 可疑地Hindi: संदेहजनक ढंग सेArabic: بارتيابBengali: সন্দেহভাজনভাবে - সন্দেহজনকভাবেRussian: подозрительноJapanese: 疑わしそうにVietnamese: một cách đáng ngờKorean: 수상하게 - 의심스럽게Turkish: şüpheyle - kuşkuylaUrdu: مشکوک انداز میںIndonesian: dengan curiga
Example Sentences
He looked suspiciously at the closed door.
basic
She answered the question suspiciously.
basic
The cat sniffed the new food suspiciously.
basic
He was walking suspiciously around the store, so the staff kept an eye on him.
natural
She peeked suspiciously into her brother's room after hearing noises.
natural
That deal sounds suspiciously good—what’s the catch?
natural