Synonyms for Linger
5 senses across 1 part of speech, powered by WordNet 3.0.
Words related to "Linger" (verb) include persist.
Verb
remain present although waning or gradually dying
"Her perfume lingered on"
Broader
persist
be about
"The high school students like to loiter in the Central Square" "Who is this man that is hanging around the department?"
Synonyms
loiterloungefootlelollygagloaflallygaghang aroundmess abouttarrylurkmill aboutmill around
More specific
prowl
Broader
be
leave slowly and hesitantly
Synonyms
tarry
Broader
leave
take one's time; proceed slowly
Synonyms
dawdle
Broader
move
move to and fro
"The shy student lingered in the corner"
Synonyms
hover
Broader
hesitate
Antonyms
rush
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