ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Leisurely

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈlɛʒɜli/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Leisurely is an adjective meaning Characterized by leisure; taking plenty of time; unhurried.

Meaning

Characterized by leisure; taking plenty of time; unhurried.

More Meanings

  1. In a leisurely manner.

Example Sentences

He goes about his business in a leisurely manner
As we had a free morning, we went on a leisurely walk around the city.
The minimum of 48 m.p.h. up the 1 in 200 to Ardley summit was on the leisurely side, [...].
Warwick passed through one of the wide brick arches and traversed the building with a leisurely step.

Synonyms for leisurely

Depending on context, synonyms include leisured, easygoing, easy, unhurried.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include easygoing, easy, unhurried, relaxed, slow, light-hearted.

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