Heatedly: meaning, definitions and examples

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heatedly

 

[ ˈhiːtɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

intense argument

Heatedly is an adverb that describes the manner in which someone speaks or acts with great intensity, passion, or emotional fervor. It can refer to discussions or arguments where participants express their opinions strongly and with enthusiasm or frustration. When someone speaks heatedly, their tone and body language often reflect their strong feelings on the topic at hand.

Synonyms

fervently, intensely, passionately

Examples of usage

  • They debated heatedly about the proposed changes.
  • The two candidates spoke heatedly during the debate.
  • She reacted heatedly when her ideas were dismissed.

Translations

Translations of the word "heatedly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com fervor

🇮🇳 गरमागरम

🇩🇪 heftig

🇮🇩 dengan semangat

🇺🇦 запекло

🇵🇱 z pasją

🇯🇵 熱心に

🇫🇷 avec passion

🇪🇸 con fervor

🇹🇷 coşkulu bir şekilde

🇰🇷 열렬히

🇸🇦 بحماس

🇨🇿 vášnivě

🇸🇰 vášnivo

🇨🇳 热情地

🇸🇮 zanosno

🇮🇸 af heitum

🇰🇿 ыстық

🇬🇪 მხიარულად

🇦🇿 qızğın

🇲🇽 acaloradamente

Etymology

The adverb "heatedly" originates from the adjective "heated," which is derived from the verb "heat." The verb "heat" has its roots in Old English "hǣtan," meaning 'to make hot' or 'to warm.' The transition to the adjective form likely involved connotations of heightened emotions, as one might say that a discussion becomes 'heated' when emotions run high. Over time, the adverb 'heatedly' emerged to describe the manner in which these intense conversations occur. The usage of 'heatedly' can be traced back through various English literary works where discussions involving conflict or passion are depicted, emphasizing the evolution of its meaning from simply being hot to conveying emotional intensity in dialogue.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,284 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.