wildly
0 antonyms and opposites of wildly, grouped by meaning.
Adv — In an uncontrolled, frantic, or reckless way.
How to use wildly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English wildely, formed by adding "-ly" to "wild."
Full origin of wildly →Frequently asked questions
What does “wildly” mean?
The word “wildly” means in an uncontrolled, frantic, or reckless way. In plain terms, in an uncontrolled way, or as an intensifier meaning "extremely.".
How do you pronounce “wildly”?
“Wildly” is pronounced WYLD-lee (/ˈwaɪldli/ in IPA).
How do you use “wildly” in a sentence?
Here is “wildly” used in a sentence: “The crowd cheered wildly as the winning goal went in.”
What part of speech is “wildly”?
“Wildly” is an adverb.
Where does the word “wildly” come from?
The word “wildly” comes from Middle English. From Middle English wildely, formed by adding "-ly" to "wild.".
Is “wildly” a common word?
“Wildly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “wildly” have?
“Wildly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in an uncontrolled, frantic, or reckless way.
What is the difference between wildly and extremely as intensifiers?
Wildly can function as an intensifier meaning 'to an extreme or surprising degree,' similar to extremely, as in 'wildly popular' or 'wildly inaccurate.' Unlike extremely, wildly often carries a sense of surprise or something exceeding expectations, not just high degree.
Can wildly describe both actions and degree?
Yes, wildly has two related uses: it can describe an uncontrolled, frantic, or reckless action, such as 'waving wildly,' or it can intensify an adjective to mean an extreme degree, such as 'wildly successful.'
Is wildly used mainly in informal English?
Wildly is common in both informal and journalistic writing, especially in its intensifying sense before adjectives like 'popular,' 'inaccurate,' or 'successful,' where it adds emphasis and a touch of surprise.