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askance
adverb \ə-ˈskan(t)s\
: in a way that shows a lack of trust or approval
Full Definition of ASKANCE
1
: with a side-glance : obliquely
2
: with disapproval or distrust : scornfully <they eyed the stranger askance>
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Variants of ASKANCE
askance also askant \-ˈskant\
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Origin of ASKANCE
origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1530
Related to ASKANCE
- Synonyms
- distrustfully, doubtfully, doubtingly, dubiously, mistrustfully, sideways, skeptically, suspiciously, with a grain of salt
- Antonyms
- trustfully, trustingly
Rhymes with ASKANCE
ASKANT Defined for Kids
askance
adverb \ə-ˈskans\
Definition of ASKANCE for Kids
1
: with a side glance <She did not turn her head but watched him askance.>
2
: with distrust or disapproval <We looked askance at the strangers.>
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