What is another word for resignedly?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪzˈa͡ɪnɪdlɪ] (IPA)

Resignedly means to accept something without resistance or protest. Some synonyms for this are: passively, submissively, compliantly, docilely, acquiescently, uncomplainingly, fatalistically, demurely, resignedly, meekly, patiently, tractably, submissively, and supinely. These words all have a similar connotation as resignedly, in that they imply a lack of control or power in the situation. Using any of these synonyms in place of resignedly can add variation to writing and allow for more precise language in conveying a particular mood or tone.

What are the hypernyms for Resignedly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Resignedly

"I must suffer him this time," I said resignedly, and went on, he always ahead acting as my scout and hunter-self-appointed, of course, but as I had not ordered him back in trumpet tones and hurled a rock at him to enforce the command, he took it that he was appointed by me.
"Afoot in England"
W.H. Hudson
"I thought so," she sighed resignedly.
"Garrison's Finish A Romance of the Race-Course"
W. B. M. Ferguson
Anita sighed and sank back resignedly in her chair.
"The Crevice"
William John Burns and Isabel Ostrander

Famous quotes with Resignedly

  • amen said a beetle who had preceded him into the interior that is the way i feel myself is it not wonderful when one arrives at the place where he can give up his ambitions and resignedly nay even with gladness recognize that it is a far far better thing to be merged harmoniously in the cosmic all and this confortable situation in his midst so affected the marauding robin that he perched upon a blooming twig and sang until the blossoms shook with ecstacy he sang i have a good digestion and there is a god after all which i was wicked enough to doubt yesterday when it rained
    Don Marquis

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