smartly
0 antonyms and opposites of smartly, grouped by meaning.
Adverb — In a neat, fashionable manner.
How to use smartly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English "smertly," formed from "smart" plus the adverb ending "-ly."
Full origin of smartly →Frequently asked questions
What does “smartly” mean?
The word “smartly” means in a neat, fashionable manner. In plain terms, neatly, briskly, or intelligently, depending on context.
How do you pronounce “smartly”?
“Smartly” is pronounced SMAHT-lee (/ˈsmɑː(ɹ)tli/ in IPA).
How do you use “smartly” in a sentence?
Here is “smartly” used in a sentence: “She was smartly dressed for the ceremony.”
What part of speech is “smartly”?
“Smartly” is an adverb.
Where does the word “smartly” come from?
The word “smartly” comes from Middle English. From Middle English "smertly," formed from "smart" plus the adverb ending "-ly.".
How many meanings does “smartly” have?
“Smartly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a neat, fashionable manner.