adv

intently

ihn-TEHNT-lee

Intently (adv) means With close, focused attention. Example: “She listened intently as he explained the plan.”

adv

With close, focused attention.

"She listened intently as he explained the plan."

How to use intently

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWatching or listening very closely and attentively.

more intently comparative, most intently superlative

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She listened _____ as he explained the plan.

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What does “intently” mean?

The word “intently” means with close, focused attention. In plain terms, watching or listening very closely and attentively.

How do you pronounce “intently”?

“Intently” is pronounced ihn-TEHNT-lee (/ɪnˈtɛntli/ in IPA).

How do you use “intently” in a sentence?

Here is “intently” used in a sentence: “She listened intently as he explained the plan.”

What part of speech is “intently”?

“Intently” is an adverb.