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| Main Entry: |
busily
 [biz-uh-lee] 
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| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | actively; intently |
| Synonyms: | agilely, animatedly, ardently, arduously, assiduously, briskly, carefully, diligently, eagerly, earnestly, energetically, enthusiastically, expeditiously, fervently, hastily, hurriedly, indefatigably, industriously, laboriously, like all get out, like the devil, like the dickens, nimbly, painstakingly, perseveringly, persistently, purposefully, restlessly, seriously, speedily, spiritedly, strenuously, studiously, unremittingly, unweariedly, vigilantly, vigorously, vivaciously, zealously |
| Antonyms: | idly, inactively, quietly |
| Main Entry: | eagerly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | anxiously |
| Synonyms: | actively, anticipatorily, ardently, breathlessly, cordially, cravingly, earnestly, energetically, enthusiastically, expectantly, fervently, fiercely, full tilt, gladly, heartily, hungrily, impatiently, intently, longingly, promptly, rapidly, readily, readily, sincerely, speedily, spiritedly, strenuously, thirstily, vigorously, willingly, with enthusiasm, with gusto, zealously, zestfully |
| Notes: | eagerly means in an interested or enthusiastic manner; anxiously means with anxiety or apprehension |
| Antonyms: | grudgingly, listlessly, unwillingly |
| Main Entry: | lovingly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | tenderly |
| Synonyms: | admiringly, adoringly, affectionately, appreciatively, ardently, attentively, considerately, devotedly, dotingly, earnestly, endearingly, enrapturedly, fervently, fondly, generously, impassionedly, kindly, longingly, loyally, passionately, rapturously, respectfully, reverently, thoughtfully, warmly, yearningly, zealously |
Example Sentences
- The book won her praise as an intelligent and humorous journalist and critic who ardently searched for the truth.
| Main Entry: | warmly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | fervently |
| Synonyms: | ardently, emotionally, excitedly, intensely, passionately |
| Main Entry: | zealously |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | in a zealous manner |
| Synonyms: | ardently, avidly, eagerly, enthusiastically, fervently, passionately, vigorously |
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