adverb adjective as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:She approached the cat mousely, hoping it would not run away.

Definition:cautiously or respectfully, with a sense of fear or timidity

From mousely

Example:He had a mousy personality but eventually became more confident and outgoing.

Definition:timid or shy; lacking in confidence or self-assurance

From mousy

Example:She answered the teacher's question timидly, afraid of being wrong.

Definition:in a shy or fearful way; hesitantly

From timidly

Example:He watched the stranger approach fearfully, unsure if he should run or stay.

Definition:in a fearful way; with fear or apprehension

From fearfully