Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
absent-mindedly
adverb
ˌæb.səntˈmaɪn.dɪd.li
Definition
In a manner that suggests a lack of attention or awareness, often due to deep thought.
Examples
- She absent-mindedly left her keys on the kitchen counter.
- He was absent-mindedly doodling in his notebook during the meeting.
Meaning
Doing something without paying attention due to being preoccupied with other thoughts or feelings.
Synonyms
- Distractedly
- Inattentively
- Preoccupiedly
