adv
singularly
SIHNGG-yuu-luh-lee
Singularly (adv) means In a strange or unusual way. Example: “He behaved singularly ever since the accident.”
adv
1
In a strange or unusual way.
"He behaved singularly ever since the accident."
2
To a remarkable or extreme degree.
"She was singularly unimpressed by the presentation."
How to use singularly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither "oddly" or "extremely", depending on context.
Common pairings
singularly unimpressed
singularly beautiful
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more singularly
- Superlative
- most singularly
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Etymology
From singular plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Rhymes for singularly
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What does “singularly” mean?
The word “singularly” means in a strange or unusual way. In plain terms, either "oddly" or "extremely", depending on context.
How do you pronounce “singularly”?
“Singularly” is pronounced SIHNGG-yuu-luh-lee (/ˈsɪŋɡjəlɚli/ in IPA).
How do you use “singularly” in a sentence?
Here is “singularly” used in a sentence: “He behaved singularly ever since the accident.”
What part of speech is “singularly”?
“Singularly” is an adverb.
How many meanings does “singularly” have?
“Singularly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a strange or unusual way.
