forgetfully

Thân thiện

She leaves her keys on the kitchen table forgetfully.

Definition

Adverb: In a manner that shows a tendency to forget or a lack of attention; characterized by forgetfulness.

Usage

The adverb "forgetfully" describes how an action is performed—specifically, in a way that demonstrates forgetfulness or a lapse in memory. It modifies verbs to indicate that something was done with a forgetful attitude.

Examples

• She forgetfully left her keys in the door.
• He nodded forgetfully, already having lost track of the conversation.
• The professor would often forgetfully repeat the same anecdote.

Advanced Usage

• Used to describe habitual action: Often implies a characteristic or repeated manner of behavior rather than a single incident.
  • He lived forgetfully, constantly missing appointments and losing things.

Variants and Related Words

• Forgetful (adjective): Apt or likely to forget.
  • He became more forgetful with age.
• Forgetfulness (noun): The quality or state of being forgetful.
  • Her forgetfulness was a source of frustration.

Synonyms

• Absentmindedly
• Unmindfully
• Negligently (in contexts where forgetfulness implies a lack of care)

Antonyms

• Attentively
• Mindfully
• Rememberingly

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in a forgetful manner
   • she is getting old and acts forgetfully