retentively
/rɪˈtɛntɪvli/
adverb
- In a way that shows the ability to remember or store information easily.
- The child looked at the pictures retentively, memorizing them quickly.
- He listened retentively, repeating every detail later without error.
- She studied retentively, making sure each fact stayed in her mind.
- In a way that holds or keeps something, such as liquid or heat.
- The sponge absorbed the spill retentively, leaving the surface dry.
- The clay soil holds water retentively, preventing quick drainage.
- This material insulates retentively, keeping the room warm for hours.
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