Agilely: meaning, definitions and examples

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agilely

 

[ ˈædʒaɪlɪ ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of movement

Agilely refers to the way in which something is done quickly and easily. It implies a sense of gracefulness and proficiency in movement or action. This term is commonly used in contexts where speed and ease of movement are important, such as in sports or dance. When someone reacts agilely, they are responding swiftly and with dexterity, showcasing their ability to think and act rapidly.

Synonyms

gracefully, nimbly, quickly, swiftly

Examples of usage

  • The dancer moved agilely across the stage.
  • He agilely dodged the incoming ball.
  • She agilely adjusted her strategy to outsmart the opponent.

Translations

Translations of the word "agilely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agilmente

🇮🇳 चपलता से

🇩🇪 agil

🇮🇩 dengan gesit

🇺🇦 агільно

🇵🇱 zręcznie

🇯🇵 アジャイルに

🇫🇷 avec agilité

🇪🇸 ágilmente

🇹🇷 çevik bir şekilde

🇰🇷 민첩하게

🇸🇦 بمرونة

🇨🇿 agilně

🇸🇰 agilne

🇨🇳 敏捷地

🇸🇮 agilno

🇮🇸 snögglega

🇰🇿 шапшаң

🇬🇪 გადაუდებლად

🇦🇿 çevik şəkildə

🇲🇽 ágilmente

Word origin

The word 'agilely' is derived from the adjective 'agile,' which comes from the Latin word 'agilis' meaning 'quick' or 'nimble.' The Latin term is rooted in 'agere,' meaning 'to do' or 'to act.' The transformation from 'agilis' to 'agile' in English occurred around the early 15th century, capturing the essence of swift and graceful movement. The addition of the suffix '-ly' to form 'agilely' enables the adjective to function as an adverb, describing the manner in which actions are undertaken. Over time, 'agile' and its derivatives have found applications not just in physical contexts, such as dance and sports, but also in business, where agility refers to the ability to quickly adapt to changes and respond to market demands.