warmly
WAWM-lee
Warmly (adv) means In a way that keeps or feels warm. Example: “Dress warmly, it's freezing outside.”
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
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Word forms
- Comparative
- warmlier, more warmly
- Superlative
- warmliest, most warmly
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Dress _____, it's freezing outside.
Etymology
Warm plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “warmly” mean?
The word “warmly” means in a way that keeps or feels warm. In plain terms, with warmth — either physically (staying warm) or in manner (kindly, affectionately).
How do you pronounce “warmly”?
“Warmly” is pronounced WAWM-lee (/ˈwɔɹmli/ in IPA).
How do you use “warmly” in a sentence?
Here is “warmly” used in a sentence: “Dress warmly, it's freezing outside.”
What part of speech is “warmly”?
“Warmly” is an adverb.
Is “warmly” a common word?
“Warmly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “warmly” have?
“Warmly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that keeps or feels warm.
