indolently

Thân thiện

He spends his afternoons indolently lounging in a hammock.

Definition

Adverb: * In an indolent manner; lazily, idly, or without energy or effort. It describes an action performed with a lack of physical or mental activity, often due to a preference for ease and relaxation.

Usage

The adverb "indolently" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It emphasizes a slow, relaxed, and unhurried pace, often with a connotation of avoiding work or exertion.

Examples

• The cat stretched indolently in the sunbeam.
• He waved his hand indolently, dismissing the suggestion without much thought.
• She spent the afternoon reading indolently on the sofa.

Advanced Usage

• "to do something indolently": This structure directly links the manner of action to a state of laziness.
  • He answered the questions indolently, showing little interest in the conversation.

Variants and Related Words

• Indolent (adjective): Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.
  • His indolent attitude was frustrating to his colleagues.
• Indolence (noun): Avoidance of activity or exertion; laziness.
  • A weekend of pure indolence was exactly what she needed.

Synonyms

• Lazily
• Idly
• Inactively
• Lethargically
• Listlessly

Antonyms

• Actively
• Energetically
• Industriously
• Vigorously
• Dynamically

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an indolent manner
   • he lives indolently with his relatives