Simple meaning
What does Linger mean?
Linger means to stay in a place longer than expected.
Dictionary definition
To stay in a place longer than expected.
Example sentences
Linger in a sentence
easy
In the story, the character used a linger to show a feeling.
medium
Our class discussed how the word linger describes body movement in a scene.
hard
The passage used linger to help readers understand the character's reaction without long explanation.
Synonyms
Words like Linger
motionmovement of the body or a body part
expressiona visible way to show a feeling or message
Antonyms
Opposite words
stillnesslittle or no movement
calmnessa steady state without visible reaction
Word family
Linger word family
Base word
linger
verb
linger
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does linger mean?
Linger is used to describe to stay in a place longer than expected.
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