distractedly (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstræktɪdli/

Definition

In a manner that shows one's attention is diverted or that one is unable to concentrate.

Examples

• She stared out the window distractedly, her mind clearly on something else.

• He mumbled a reply distractedly, still focused on his phone screen.

• The professor paced the stage distractedly, forgetting his notes for a moment.

Synonyms of distractedly

Words with a similar meaning to distractedly:

• absentmindedly
• preoccupiedly
• inattentively
• vaguely

Antonyms of distractedly

Words with the opposite meaning to distractedly:

• attentively
• focusedly

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