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suspiciously

|sus/pi/cious/ly|

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/səˈspɪʃəsli/

(suspicious)

distrustful manner

Base FormNounAdverb
suspicioussuspicionsuspiciously
Etymology
Etymology Information

'suspiciously' originates from the Latin word 'suspiciōsus,' where 'sus-' meant 'under' and 'specere' meant 'to look.'

Historical Evolution

'suspiciōsus' transformed into the Old French word 'suspicios,' and eventually became the modern English word 'suspiciously' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to look under or beneath,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'distrustful or doubtful manner.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that suggests distrust or doubt.

He looked at her suspiciously, unsure of her intentions.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39