painstakingly (C1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪnˌsteɪkɪŋli/
Definition
painstakingly means in a painstaking manner; very slowly and carefully. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.
Examples
The lesson showed how to painstakingly in a natural sentence.
Check who or what will painstakingly before translating the verb.
The example helped students understand when to painstakingly.
How to Use painstakingly
- to painstakingly (verb pattern)
- Use the infinitive form when naming the action. — "The lesson showed when to painstakingly."
- painstakingly in context (usage pattern)
- Check the sentence to see who does the action. — "We studied how painstakingly works in context."
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