the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
ad. In a tardy manner; slowly.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
In a tardy manner.
Reluctantly; unwillingly; with hesitation.
Late: as, he came unwillingly and tardily.
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ad. without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly')
ad. later than usual or than expected
Word Usage
"The farmer looked at his intractable guest, and then upon his dutiful son; and the idea tardily passed through his dull brain that the soldiers would be just as dangerous to the welfare of the son as to the visitor."