nyugtalanul

Nyugtalanul is a Hungarian adverb meaning "anxiously" or "restlessly." It describes the manner in which an action is performed, indicating worry, unease, or agitation. The adverb is formed from the adjective nyugtalan ("uneasy, unsettled") plus the common adverb suffix -ul.

In usage, nyugtalanul modifies a verb, often overlapping with synonyms such as aggódva or idegesen but with a nuance of restlessness. Examples: "A gyerek nyugtalanul várta a híreket" (The child anxiously awaited the news). "Ő nyugtalanul körbenézett a szobában" (He looked around the room restlessly). It can also describe a person’s demeanor: "nyugtalanul beszélt" (he spoke anxiously/restlessly).

Related terms include nyugtalan (adj), nyugtalanság (n., restlessness). The adverb contrasts with nyugodtan, which means "calmly."

Notes: While common in standard Hungarian, nyugtalanul can convey varying degrees of concern depending on context, from mild unease to pronounced anxiety. It is widely understood across dialects and registers, though more formal or literary contexts may favor alternatives like aggódva.