Definition

In a way that is slow and heavy, as if being pulled along with effort.

Example

The meeting went on draggingly, making everyone feel tired and restless.

Conversation

Why do you look so tired today?

I had to work late last night and it felt so draggingly long.

That sounds rough! Did you at least get everything done?

Not really, but I guess I’ll have to catch up today.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Draggingly → It is formed from "drag" (from Old English *draggan*, meaning to pull or draw) and "-ingly" (a suffix used to form adverbs indicating manner). The word "draggingly" means in a manner that involves pulling or drawing out, often implying slowness or reluctance.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'drag' which means to pull something along, and remember that 'draggingly' describes doing something in a slow, reluctant manner, as if you are pulling it along.

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