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breathlessly Antonyms

Opposite of breathlessly

Because the opposite of breathlessly shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

With intense excitement, suspense, or eager anticipation, as if holding one's breath.

Usage Example

"The audience waited indifferently for the judges to announce the winner of the competition."

Strongest
indifferently
Strong
unemotionally
apathetically
calmly
nonchalantly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a manner characterized by gasping or panting, typically as a result of physical exertion.

Usage Example

"The runner arrived at the finish line and spoke calmly to the waiting reporters."

Strong
calmly
steadily
evenly

Similar words to breathlessly

Words similar to breathlessly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

pantingly
gaspingly
eagerly
excitedly
anxiously
expectantly
impatiently
wheezingly
See all synonyms of breathlessly

• Nearby Words

breathiness
breathing
breathless
breathlessly
breathlessness
breathtaking
breathtakingly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Breathlessly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/breathlessly
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