Becomingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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becomingly
[ bɪˈkʌmɪŋli ]
manner of behavior
The term 'becomingly' refers to the manner in which something is done in an appropriate or suitable way. It is often associated with behavior or appearance that enhances one's character or charm. The term suggests grace, elegance, or appropriateness to a situation. It is used to describe actions that conform well to social norms or expectations.
Synonyms
appropriately, decorously, fittingly, suitably
Examples of usage
- She always dresses becomingly for formal events.
- He spoke becomingly during the presentation.
- The flowers were arranged becomingly on the table.
Translations
Translations of the word "becomingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 decente
🇮🇳 योग्य
🇩🇪 anständig
🇮🇩 layak
🇺🇦 гідний
🇵🇱 przyzwoity
🇯🇵 適切な
🇫🇷 décent
🇪🇸 decente
🇹🇷 uygun
🇰🇷 적절한
🇸🇦 لائق
🇨🇿 slušný
🇸🇰 prijateľný
🇨🇳 得体
🇸🇮 primeren
🇮🇸 hæf
🇰🇿 лайықты
🇬🇪 სათანადო
🇦🇿 uyğun
🇲🇽 decente
Etymology
The word 'becomingly' is derived from the root word 'becoming', which dates back to the Middle English period. The root itself comes from the Old English 'becuman', meaning 'to come to, arrive'. Over time, the meaning evolved to imply suitability or attractiveness in a specific context. The suffix '-ly' is a common English adverbial ending that converts adjectives into adverbs. Hence, 'becoming', as an adjective, refers to being suitable, attractive, or appropriate, while the adverb 'becomingly' refers to the manner in which such suitability is expressed. Its use in the English language has gradually declined in everyday conversation but remains prevalent in literary contexts to convey a sense of elegance or propriety.