atiptoe

Meaning

Adv

1. On tiptoe; on the tips of one's toes in order to move quietly or to stand taller.
2. Quietly, and little by little.
3. Without retreating from adversity, confrontation, or danger; standing tall; bravely, proudly, unyieldingly.
4. In a state of anticipation; keenly awaiting.

Adj

1. On tiptoe; moving or standing on the tips of one's toes.
2. In a state of anticipation; keenly awaiting.

Synonyms

on tiptoe

Hyphenated as

atip‧toe

Pronounced as (IPA)

/əˈtɪptəʊ/

Etymology

From a- (prefix meaning ‘at; in; on’, used to show a condition, manner, or state) + tiptoe.