Leisurely
/ˈlɛʒərli/
Definitions
2 meaningsCharacterized by, or done in a relaxed and unhurried way.
/ˈlɛʒərli/
Done or acting at a relaxed or unhurried pace.
We took a leisurely stroll through the botanical gardens.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're having a super chill day, taking your time with everything. That's what 'leisurely' means! For example: 'We had a leisurely brunch on the patio, enjoying the sunshine and good company.'
👶 For kids: When you do something slowly and without rushing, like eating your ice cream cone or playing in the park.
More Examples
She enjoyed a leisurely breakfast on Sunday morning.
The train moved at a leisurely pace through the countryside.
The old man spent his retirement years in a leisurely fashion.
How It's Used
"They enjoyed a leisurely walk in the park."
"The cruise allowed for a leisurely exploration of the islands."
In a slow and relaxed manner.
/ˈlɛʒərli/
In a relaxed and unhurried way.
We strolled leisurely through the town.
💡 Simply: It means doing something slowly, without any rush. For example, 'I leisurely read a book on the beach.'
👶 For kids: Doing something slow and calm like when you watch your favorite cartoon slowly.
More Examples
She ate her lunch leisurely.
They wandered leisurely around the shops.
He took his time, enjoying the view leisurely.
How It's Used
"They strolled leisurely along the beach."
"He ate his dinner leisurely."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From "leisure" (Old French loisir, from Latin licere, "to be permitted") + "-ly" (adverbial suffix). The word evolved to describe an action done at a relaxed pace.
The word has been used since the 16th century and initially referred to things done in the time of leisure. The current usage is mainly about the manner in which something is done rather than just the time available for the activity.
Memory tip
Think of a lazy lizard, moving at a leisurely pace in the sun.
Word Origin
"permissibility, permission, freedom"