Inattentively

adv

adv ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    In an inattentive or careless manner: Of or pertaining to a lack of attention; not paying attention.
Adverb
  1. 1
    in an absentminded or preoccupied manner wordnet

Synonyms

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absentlyabsentmindedlyabsentmindedlyabstractedlyany old wayanyhow

Etymology

From inattentive + -ly.

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