Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

importunely

Adverb
/ˌɪmpɔːrˈtjuːnli/
Definition
In an importunate manner; persistently and urgently asking or demanding something.
Examples
  • She importunely asked for help until someone finally agreed to assist her.
  • The children importunely begged their parents to let them stay up late.
  • He importunely pressed his friends for a favor, despite their reluctance.
Meaning
To do something in a way that is insistent and often annoying, like begging or urging someone again and again.
Synonyms
  • Demandingly
  • Insistently
  • Urgently
  • Persistent