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- [slahy-lee]
- /ˈslaɪ li/
- /slaɪ/
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- [slahy-lee]
- /ˈslaɪ li/
Definitions of slyly word
- adverb slyly in a deceitful manner; cunningly: They slyly plot to overthrow us. 1
- adverb slyly in a roguish or mischievous way: Some were serious, while others slyly winked at the camera. 1
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Origin of slyly
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400 (def. 1); 1835-40 (def. 2); sly + -ly
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Parts of speech for Slyly
noun
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slyly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 87% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 50% 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.
slyly usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for slyly
adv slyly
- adroitly — expert or nimble in the use of the hands or body.
- artfully — slyly crafty or cunning; deceitful; tricky: artful schemes.
- behind someone's back — without someone's knowledge or consent
- coolly — moderately cold; neither warm nor cold: a rather cool evening.
- covertly — concealed; secret; disguised.
adverb slyly
- cannily — in a canny manner
- craftily — skillful in underhand or evil schemes; cunning; deceitful; sly.
- foxily — In a foxy manner.
- guilefully — In a guileful manner.
- judiciously — using or showing judgment as to action or practical expediency; discreet, prudent, or politic: judicious use of one's money.
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