Synonyms of intently

intently

adverb

in-ˈtent-lē 

as in hard

with great effort or determination

intently studied his notes just before the exam

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hard
• intensively
• intensely
• diligently
• resolutely
• determinedly
• continuously
• doggedly
• arduously
• assiduously
• purposefully
• industriously
• slavishly
• strenuously
• laboriously
• sedulously
• vigorously
• actively
• mightily
• steadily
• attentively
• hardly
• thoroughly
• busily
• vehemently
• energetically
• feverishly
• animatedly
• seriously
• amain
• steadfastly
• briskly
• dynamically
• zealously
• earnestly
• ardently
• unremittingly
• conscientiously
• spiritedly
• exhaustively
• unrelentingly
• meticulously
• painstakingly
• tirelessly
• willfully
• indefatigably
• untiringly
• stubbornly
• ploddingly
• obstinately
• unabatedly
• unflaggingly
• wearilessly

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• casually
• wearily
• lazily
• listlessly
• languidly
• halfheartedly
• tiredly
• sluggishly
• desultorily
• indolently
• lackadaisically
• shiftlessly
• spiritlessly

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of intently

In a sweet video shared on Instagram, the family could be seen hunkering down on a sectional couch, shushing each other and staring intently at their television screen as Kerry Washington and Andrew Garfield announced the nominees. —Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025

In one photo, Jenner could be seen appearing to whisper something in Chalamet's ear during the game, while in another, the pair intently watched the tournament with other spectators. —David Oliver, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025

Few folks watch a 5-25 team like Washington intently, if at all. —David Aldridge, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025

Earlier this month, General Motors CEO Mary Barra said Trump listens intently to the automotive industry, according to the Detroit Free Press. —Ray Lewis, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024