lingeringly

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière lente, avec une durée qui se prolonge ou plus longtemps que d'habitude » ; décrit souvent une action faite avec réticence, en traînant, ou de façon prolongée et durable.

An adverb meaning 'in a lingering manner' — slowly, with hesitation, or in a way that lasts longer than usual. It often describes actions done with reluctance, delay, or prolonged duration.

1. In a prolonged or drawn-out mannerC1formal

   In a way that lasts for a long time or stays longer than usual.

   de façon prolongée

   • She looked at him lingeringly before saying goodbye.
   • The scent of roses lingered lingeringly in the room.
   • He spoke lingeringly, savoring each word.

   Synonymeslengthilyprotractedlyslowly

   Antonymesbrieflymomentarilyquicklyshortlytransiently