adv
weirdly
WEERD-lee
Weirdly (adv) means In a strange or unusual way. Example: “He was acting weirdly all through dinner, barely speaking.”
adv
1
In a strange or unusual way.
"He was acting weirdly all through dinner, barely speaking."
2
Used to point out that something is surprising given the circumstances; oddly.
"Weirdly, the power cut didn't bother her at all — she just lit some candles."
How to use weirdly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStrangely, or in a way you didn't expect.
Common pairings
weirdly quiet
weirdly specific
weirdly enough
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more weirdly
- Superlative
- most weirdly
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What does “weirdly” mean?
The word “weirdly” means in a strange or unusual way. In plain terms, strangely, or in a way you didn't expect.
How do you pronounce “weirdly”?
“Weirdly” is pronounced WEERD-lee (/ˈwɪə(ɹ)dli/ in IPA).
How do you use “weirdly” in a sentence?
Here is “weirdly” used in a sentence: “He was acting weirdly all through dinner, barely speaking.”
What is another word for “weirdly”?
Words with a similar meaning to “weirdly” include strangely and oddly.
What part of speech is “weirdly”?
“Weirdly” is an adverb.
How many meanings does “weirdly” have?
“Weirdly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a strange or unusual way.
