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Blankly

Verb / ˈblæŋkli: / Another word for blankly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Blankly (adverb): without expression or emotion; in a vacant or absent-minded manner.

Synonyms & similar words

vacantly absently stolidly expressionlessly unresponsively emotionlessly vacuously indifferently absentmindedly thoughtlessly inattentively inexpressively uninterestedly woodenly fixedly stiffly dully lifelessly unfeelingly staringly

Example sentences

  1. He looked blankly at the math problem.
  2. The cat stared blankly at its reflection in the mirror.
  3. She listened blankly to her teacher's instructions.
  4. The old man sat blankly on the park bench.
  5. The child blinked blankly at the bright lights.

Quotes

  • I stared blankly at the blank page, searching for words that refused to come.
  • Sometimes a blankly staring mind can see more than a busy one.
  • Her eyes were blankly cold, as if all emotion had been sucked from her soul.

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