Fearfully Definition & Meaning

fearfully
adverb
  1. in fear, "she hurried down the stairs fearfully"
  2. in an alarming manner; "they were fearfully attacked"

"Fearfully" in song lyrics

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  • "And the wolves turned away fearfully"
    Warcloud f/ Juleunique — The Trap Door

Usage tips for "fearfully"

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