Glibly: meaning, definitions and examples
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glibly
[ ˈɡlɪbli ]
speaking in a smooth, easy, and often deceptive manner
Speaking glibly often involves using clever but insincere words to manipulate or deceive others. It can also refer to speaking in a way that is superficial or lacking in depth.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He glibly convinced the audience that his plan was flawless.
- She glibly answered all the questions, but it was clear she didn't really know what she was talking about.
- The politician glibly promised to lower taxes, but failed to provide any concrete plans.
Translations
Translations of the word "glibly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 superficialmente
🇮🇳 हड़बड़ी में
🇩🇪 oberflächlich
🇮🇩 dengan sembarangan
🇺🇦 легковажно
🇵🇱 powierzchownie
🇯🇵 軽薄に (けいはくに)
🇫🇷 superficiellement
🇪🇸 superficialmente
🇹🇷 yüzeysel olarak
🇰🇷 경솔하게
🇸🇦 بسطحية
🇨🇿 povrchně
🇸🇰 povrchne
🇨🇳 轻率地 (qīngshuài de)
🇸🇮 površinsko
🇮🇸 yfirborðslega
🇰🇿 жұқалап
🇬🇪 ზედაპირულად
🇦🇿 səthi
🇲🇽 superficialmente
Word origin
The word 'glibly' originated from the Middle English word 'glib,' which meant 'smooth' or 'slippery.' Over time, the meaning evolved to include the idea of speaking smoothly and easily, often with a deceptive or superficial intent. The use of 'glibly' has been recorded as early as the 16th century in English literature.
See also: glib.