longingly

[ˈlɔːŋɪŋli]

longingly Definition

in a way that shows a strong desire or yearning for something.

Using longingly: Examples

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

  • Example

    She looked longingly at the cake, but she was on a diet.

  • Example

    He gazed longingly into her eyes, wishing he could stay forever.

  • Example

    The child reached out longingly for the toy, but it was out of reach.

longingly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for longingly

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Summary: longingly in Brief

'Longingly' [ˈlɔːŋɪŋli] is an adverb that describes a strong desire or yearning for something. It is often used to describe a wistful or nostalgic feeling, as in 'She looked longingly at the cake, but she was on a diet.' 'Longingly' can also be used to describe a gaze or reaching motion, as in 'He gazed longingly into her eyes' or 'The child reached out longingly for the toy.'