linger

The word “linger” has 2 syllables: lin-ger.

It's pronounced as /ˈlɪŋɡər/.

What is synonym and antonym for linger?

In the thesaurus, “linger” has 15 synonyms and 25 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for linger along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for linger

verb
1. To stay or remain in a place or situation, especially as if unwilling to depart or not easily able to do so; to loiter.
2. To remain alive or existent although still proceeding toward death or extinction; to die gradually.
3. (often followed by on) To consider or contemplate for a period of time; to engage in analytic thinking or discussion.

The scent of her perfume seemed to linger in the room long after she left.
He wanted to linger by the window and watch the sunset.
After the meeting, she decided to linger in the hallway to gather her thoughts.
The conversation began to linger, and no one knew how to end it.
They linger at the coffee shop, savoring every moment of their conversation.

On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to linger, such as: bolt, breeze, career, cease, course, crawl, dash.

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