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- [lawng-ing, long-]
- /ˈlɔŋ ɪŋ, ˈlɒŋ-/
- /ˈlɒŋ.ɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lawng-ing, long-]
- /ˈlɔŋ ɪŋ, ˈlɒŋ-/
Definitions of longingly word
- noun longingly strong, persistent desire or craving, especially for something unattainable or distant: filled with longing for home. 1
- noun longingly an instance of this: a sudden longing to see old friends. 1
- adjective longingly having or characterized by persistent or earnest desire: a longing look. 1
- noun longingly In a longing manner, with desire, yearningly. 1
- adverb longingly If you look longingly at something you want, or think longingly about it, you look at it or think about it with a feeling of desire. 0
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Origin of longingly
First appearance:
before 1000 One of the 6% oldest English words
before 1000; Middle English; Old English langung; see long2, -ing1
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Parts of speech for Longingly
noun
adjective
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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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longingly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 59% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
longingly usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for longingly
adv longingly
- willingly — disposed or consenting; inclined: willing to go along.
- cordially — courteous and gracious; friendly; warm: a cordial reception.
- vigorously — full of or characterized by vigor: a vigorous effort.
- sincerely — free of deceit, hypocrisy, or falseness; earnest: a sincere apology.
- promptly — done, performed, delivered, etc., at once or without delay: a prompt reply.
adverb longingly
- desirously — With desire; eagerly.
- wistfully — characterized by melancholy; longing; yearning.
- achingly — You can use achingly for emphasis when you are referring to things that create feelings of wanting something very much, but of not being able to have it.
- nostalgically — experiencing or exhibiting nostalgia, a sentimental or wistful yearning for the happiness felt in a former place, time, or situation.
- tenderly — soft or delicate in substance; not hard or tough: a tender steak.
Antonyms for longingly
adv longingly
- unwillingly — not willing; reluctant; loath; averse: an unwilling partner in the crime.
- grudgingly — displaying or reflecting reluctance or unwillingness: grudging acceptance of the victory of an opponent.
- listlessly — having or showing little or no interest in anything; languid; spiritless; indifferent: a listless mood; a listless handshake.
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