Excursively

/ɛkˈskɜrsɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that involves digression or wandering; in a way that moves away from the main point.

Etymology

Adverbial form created by adding '-ly' to 'excursive,' allowing the adjective to modify verbs and describe how an action relates to wandering or digression.

Kelly Says

When a teacher speaks excursively but engagingly, students actually pay more attention than to a tightly scripted lecture—the human brain loves interesting detours.

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