Longingly (Adverb)
Meaning
In a yearning manner; "he spent the rest of the act gazing longingly over my right shoulder at the illuminated word `Exit'".
Examples
- She stared longingly at him, her eyes betraying a deep affection that had developed over time.
- His eyes roamed longingly over the picture album, reminiscing about the good old days.
- In the fading light, she gazed longingly out to sea, serenaded by the rhythmic waves.
- As he walked away, she looked longingly after him, her heart heavy with unspoken emotions.
- She glanced longingly at the plane, regretting her decision to stay behind.