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Definition of squeamishly
squeamishly
/ˈskwiːmɪʃli/
squeam · ish · ly
Adjective:squeamish
squeamishly Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a manner that shows one is easily nauseated, disgusted, or shocked by unpleasant sights or situations.
Example
"He looked away squeamishly when the nurse prepared to draw his blood."
2
In an overly scrupulous, prudish, or hesitant manner regarding moral or social matters.
Example
"The committee squeamishly avoided discussing the controversial financial audit in public."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Squeamishly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/squeamishly