lingeringly

[ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋli]

lingeringly Definition

• 1. in a slow, leisurely manner that shows a reluctance to leave
• 2. in a way that continues for a long time, especially in a way that is not wanted or is annoying

Using lingeringly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lingeringly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She looked at him lingeringly before turning away.

• Example

  The smell of the fire lingered lingeringly in the air.

• Example

  He spoke lingeringly of his childhood memories.

• Example

  She kissed him lingeringly on the cheek before leaving.

lingeringly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lingeringly

• slowly
• leisurely
• reluctantly
• persistently
• prolongedly

Antonyms for lingeringly

• quickly
• hurriedly
• briefly

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Summary: lingeringly in Brief

The adverb 'lingeringly' [ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋli] describes a slow, leisurely manner that shows a reluctance to leave, or a way that continues for a long time, especially in a way that is not wanted or is annoying. Examples include 'She looked at him lingeringly before turning away,' and 'The smell of the fire lingered lingeringly in the air.'