adv
warmly
WAWM-lee
adv
1
In a way that keeps or feels warm.
"Dress warmly, it's freezing outside."
2
In a friendly, affectionate manner.
"She warmly greeted every guest at the door."
"He spoke warmly of his old mentor."
How to Use Warmly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWith warmth — either physically (staying warm) or in manner (kindly, affectionately).
Common pairings
warmly welcomed
dressed warmly
speak warmly of
Word Forms
warmlier comparative, more warmly comparative, warmliest superlative, most warmly superlative
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Etymology
Warm plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.