Leisurely Definition & Meaning
leisurely
- adverb
- in an unhurried way or at one's convenience; "read the manual at your leisure"; "he traveled leisurely"
- adjective
- not hurried or forced; "an easy walk around the block"; "at a leisurely (or easygoing) pace"
"Leisurely" in song lyrics
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"The old timers on the stoop leaning leisurely"
DJ Honda f/ Mos Def — Travellin' Man -
"Promise more speed, but do it leisurely:"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece
Words that rhyme with leisurely
Usage tips for "leisurely"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "leisurely" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for leisurely to find words that pair well.
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- What does leisurely mean?
- in an unhurried way or at one's convenience; "read the manual at your leisure"; "he traveled leisurely" not hurried or forced; "an easy walk around the block"; "at a leisurely (or easygoing) pace"
- What part of speech is leisurely?
- Leisurely is an adverb and an adjective.
- How many definitions does leisurely have?
- Leisurely has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).