Definition
deafly
adverb
- in a manner that is deaf or shows deafness; without hearing or as if unable to hear
Usage: rare or literary; often used to describe behavior that ignores sound or refuses to listen
Examples
- He deafly ignored the alarm clock ringing beside his bed.
- She stared deafly ahead, refusing to acknowledge the criticism.
- The old man walked deafly past the noise of the construction site.
- He responded deafly to her pleas for help.