adverb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

slowly, tardily, delay, protract

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Example Sentences

Example:He walked slowly to the end of the path.

Definition:Moving at a low rate of speed; done with deliberation and without haste.

From slowly

Example:She answered the question tardily, as if reluctant to respond.

Definition: tardily: Done reluctantly and with undue delay; slowly.

From tardily

Example:He delayed the start of the meeting to complete some preparation.

Definition:To keep back in time; hold up; postpone.

From delay

Example:The process was protracted for weeks.

Definition:To extend in time; make longer; lengthen out.

From protract