Anxiously Definition & Meaning

anxiously
adverb
  1. with anxiety or apprehension; "we watched anxiously"

"Anxiously" in song lyrics

See how anxiously is used in real songs:

  • "Yo hatin me is only makin me more hungry and anxiously"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Motive — Represent
  • "I'd say I lived my life religiously but anxiously"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — God of Souls
  • "I looked at her anxiously"
    MC Paul Barman — Salvation Barmy

Usage tips for "anxiously"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "anxiously" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for anxiously to find words that pair well.

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