Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Linger.
Linger - as a verb
Remain present although waning or gradually dying
Example: "Her perfume lingered on"
Be about a place without any apparent purpose
Example: "The high school students like to loiter in the central square"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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be4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
To hang about in a place beyond the proper or usual time
Example: "The shy student lingered in the corner"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hover11Example Sentences
"She lingered at the park, enjoying the warm breeze."
"The smell of freshly baked cookies lingered in the kitchen."
"He lingered outside the door, hesitant to enter the party."
"The memory of their argument lingered in her mind."
"The sun lingered on the horizon, painting the sky with vibrant colors."
Word Game Points
Is LINGER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, linger is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LINGER has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is LINGER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, linger is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLINGER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is LINGER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, linger is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLINGER has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
