Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [mawr-dnt]
- /ˈmɔr dnt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [mawr-dnt]
- /ˈmɔr dnt/
Definitions of mordantly word
- adjective mordantly sharply caustic or sarcastic, as wit or a speaker; biting. 1
- adjective mordantly burning; corrosive. 1
- adjective mordantly having the property of fixing colors, as in dyeing. 1
- noun mordantly a substance used in dyeing to fix the coloring matter, especially a metallic compound, as an oxide or hydroxide, that combines with the organic dye and forms an insoluble colored compound or lake in the fiber. 1
- noun mordantly an adhesive substance for binding gold or silver leaf to a surface. 1
- noun mordantly an acid or other corrosive substance used in etching to eat out the lines, areas, etc. 1
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Origin of mordantly
First appearance:
before 1425 One of the 25% oldest English words
1425-75; late Middle English < Middle French, present participle of mordre to bite ≪ Latin mordēre; see -ant
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Parts of speech for Mordantly
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mordantly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 70% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
mordantly usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for mordantly
adverb mordantly
- ironically — pertaining to, of the nature of, exhibiting, or characterized by irony or mockery: an ironical compliment; an ironical smile.
- sarcastically — of, relating to, or characterized by sarcasm: a sarcastic reply.
- astringently — In the manner of an astringent.
- bitingly — nipping; smarting; keen: biting cold; a biting sensation on the tongue.
- acerbically — in an acerbic manner
Antonyms for mordantly
adverb mordantly
- lovingly — feeling or showing love; warmly affectionate; fond: loving glances.
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