askance Neutral 🟢 Beginner (A1)

Adverb
askance
Meaning

Askance is an adverb that means to look at or think about someone or something with suspicion, doubt, or disapproval. It can also mean to look sideways or at a slant.

to look at or think about someone or something with doubt, disapproval, or no trust:

  • They looked askance at our scruffy clothes.
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