intently (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛntli/

Definition

With full attention and concentration; in a way that shows you are focused on something.

Examples

• She listened intently to every word he said.

• The children stared intently at the magician as he performed his tricks.

• He was reading the instructions intently, determined to assemble the furniture correctly.

Synonyms of intently

Words with a similar meaning to intently:

• closely
• earnestly
• fixedly
• assiduously

Antonyms of intently

Words with the opposite meaning to intently:

• distractedly
• casually

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