attentively
Translation
attentively, carefully, closely
Examples
She listened attentively to the instructions.
She listened attentively to the instructions.
The students watched the demonstration attentively.
The students watched the demonstration attentively.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) attentively to do (sth.) attentively He listened attentively.
Similar Words
Synonyms: carefully, closely, intently; Antonyms: inattentively, distractedly
Etymology
From Latin 'attendere' (to stretch toward). Formed from 'ad-' (to) + 'tendere' (to stretch) + '-ly' (adverbial suffix).
Memory Tips
Think of 'paying attention' to something. This is the adverb form, describing how an action is done.