Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

truantly

Adverb
/ˈtruːəntli/
Definition
In a manner that involves being absent without permission, especially from school.
Examples
  • He was truantly wandering the streets instead of attending his classes.
  • She spent the day truantly exploring the city with her friends.
Meaning
The adverb “truantly” describes the act of skipping school or being away from an obligation without a valid reason.
Synonyms
  • Skiving
  • Cutting class
  • Skipping