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Meaning of tediously
The primary meaning of the word "tediously" is in a way that is too slow or dull, causing boredom.
Etymology of tediously
The word "tediously" originates from the word "tedious", which comes from the Latin "taediosus", meaning "wearisome" or "irksome", derived from "taedium", meaning "boredom" or "weariness"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is boring or dull
Synonyms
monotonously
dullingly
uninspiringly
uninterestingly
boringly
slowly
laboriously
painstakingly
meticulously
scrupulously
exhaustingly
wearily
tiresomely
drudgingly
ploddingly
sluggishly
lethargically
listlessly
apathetically
indifferently
unenthusiastically
halfheartedly
lacklusterly
flatly
stalely
monotonously
prosaically
unimaginatively
woodenly
mechanically
ritualistically
repetitively
endlessly
aimlessly
pointlessly
frustrationsly
annoyingly
irritatingly
Definitions
- In a manner that is too slow or dull, causing boredom
- * In a way that is overly elaborate or excessively detailed
Usage Examples
- The professor spoke tediously, putting the entire class to sleep
- * The task was completed tediously, with each step taking an excessive amount of time
- * The movie dragged on tediously, with too many unnecessary scenes
Antonyms
excitingly
thrillingly
inspiringly
interestingly
engagingly
dynamically
energetically
lively
vivaciously
animatedly
enthusiastically
passionately
creatively
imaginatively
innovatively
freshly
originally
stimulatingly
invigoratingly
refreshingly
captivatingly
absorbingly
fascinatingly
intriguingly