1. with suspicion, disapproval, or distrust
2. with a sideways glance
Usage: less common

Examples

• The teacher looked askance at the student’s excuse for being late.
• She viewed his sudden generosity askance, wondering what he wanted in return.
• The neighbors looked askance at the loud music coming from next door.
• He glanced askance at the expensive restaurant bill.
• The committee members looked askance at the proposal to cut funding.
• She eyed the unfamiliar food askance before deciding to try it.