Both Uses of
furtive
in
Jane Eyre
- "Don't talk any more of those days, sir," I interrupted, furtively dashing away some tears from my eyes; his language was torture to me; for I knew what I must do — and do soon — and all these reminiscences, and these revelations of his feelings only made my work more difficult.†
p. 362.8furtively = while taking pains to avoid being observed; or in a nervous manner (as though hoping not to be seen)
- He now furtively raised his eyes: he glanced at me, irresolute, disturbed: he again surveyed the picture.†
p. 429.3 *
Definition:
taking pains to avoid being observed
or:
in a manner indicating nervousness (being cautious or appearing suspicious)
or:
in a manner indicating nervousness (being cautious or appearing suspicious)