cleanly
1 synonyms and 2 antonyms for cleanly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a clean, neat manner, without mess.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Middle English clenly, clenliche, clanly, from Old English clǣnlīċ (“cleanly, pure, excellent”), equivalent to clean + -ly.
Full origin of cleanly →Frequently asked questions
What does “cleanly” mean?
The word “cleanly” means in a clean, neat manner, without mess. In plain terms, neatly, without mess — or, as an adjective, someone tidy and hygienic by nature.
How do you pronounce “cleanly”?
“Cleanly” is pronounced KLEHN-lee (/ˈklɛnli/ in IPA).
How do you use “cleanly” in a sentence?
Here is “cleanly” used in a sentence: “The blade sliced cleanly through the rope.”
What is the opposite of “cleanly”?
The opposite of “cleanly” — its antonyms — are uncleanly and dirty.
What part of speech is “cleanly”?
Depending on how it is used, “cleanly” can be an adverb and an adjective.
How many meanings does “cleanly” have?
“Cleanly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a clean, neat manner, without mess.