intently

adverb

in-ˈtent-lē How to pronounce intently (audio)
Definition of intentlynext
as in hard
with great effort or determination intently studied his notes just before the exam

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Recent Examples of intently Kenzo had inclined his head over his invalid daughter and was staring at her intently. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026 Rather than using their music to chronicle grand, cinematic experiences, the duo intently gravitates toward the quiet moments that exist in between life’s victories and failures. — Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026 The footage shows the four royals intently following the final moments of the match and then bursting into a jubilant round of applause at the final whistle, hugging one another to celebrate the achievement of the team. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026 Kirk’s widow, Erika, clutched a tissue and watched intently as a person said to be Robinson ran across the roof. — Hannah Schoenbaum, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for intently
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intently
  1. hard
  2. intensively
  3. intensely
  4. diligently
  5. resolutely
  6. determinedly
  7. continuously
  8. doggedly
Adverb
  • The Heat are hard-capped at the NBA first luxury-tax apron due to the machinations required to trade last month for Milwaukee Bucks forwards Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Gotham midfielder Rose Lavelle landed hard with the back of her head hitting the ground in the 31st minute.
    — Phuoc Nguyen, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of hard
Adverb
  • Owning several cars, intensively studying both the new and used car markets and testing so many vehicles has taught me a lot about what makes a great automobile.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The team tested intensively with real drivers in multiple countries.
    — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of intensively
Adverb
  • Capture the essence of summer with this intensely flavorful, colorful cocktail.
    — M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Now, lawmakers are intensely negotiating complex issues like ethics and bill reconciliation to prevent a similar collapse.
    — Cleve Mesidor, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of intensely
Adverb
  • Practical steps include diligently keeping commitments and communicating early if a commitment cannot be met.
    — Alfonso Cahero, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • My mom has been diligently applying the dual-purpose cream for a month now.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of diligently
Adverb
  • Kopple’s documentary is a time capsule, offering a concentrated taste of an earlier moment in American culture, now resolutely over.
    — Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Even with the high ceilings and crown moulding, the appointments feel resolutely cool and modern.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of resolutely
Adverb
  • Poor Frank and Kirsten look on confused, determinedly polite in their insistence that all family members should be welcome.
    — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
  • The few street names in Happy Haven were determinedly upbeat, with Christian undertones.
    — Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026
Definition of determinedly
Adverb
  • Cheap inference also creates elasticity, since agents that can afford to run continuously consume far more.
    — Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • This is a sophisticated, adaptive, three-chamber air suspension system that continuously adjusts to road topography and driving style.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of continuously
Adverb
  • As an aside, the rush to depose Romo continues to gain steam even though one of the voices that carries the most weight around CBS has remained doggedly silent.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • There’s no question that David Ellison, the doggedly ambitious CEO of Paramount Skydance, loves movies and filmmaking.
    — Todd Spangler, Variety, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of doggedly

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“Intently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intently. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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