Idyllically: meaning, definitions and examples

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idyllically

 

[ ɪˈdɪlɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

descriptive mood

The term 'idyllically' describes a manner that is picturesque, charming, and peaceful, often associated with perfect and beautiful rural or natural settings. It conveys a feeling of serenity and happiness, where things seem just right. This word often applies to situations that seem almost too good to be true, evoking a sense of nostalgia or romanticism about simple, tranquil life.

Synonyms

charmingly, perfectly, picturesquely

Examples of usage

  • They lived idyllically by the lake.
  • The village was idyllically nestled between the mountains.
  • She remembered her childhood summers spent idyllically in the countryside.

Translations

Translations of the word "idyllically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 idyllicamente

🇮🇳 आदर्श रूप से

🇩🇪 idyllisch

🇮🇩 idilis

🇺🇦 ідилічно

🇵🇱 idyllicznie

🇯🇵 理想的に

🇫🇷 idylliquement

🇪🇸 idílicamente

🇹🇷 idilsel olarak

🇰🇷 이상적으로

🇸🇦 بطريقة مثالية

🇨🇿 idicky

🇸🇰 idilicky

🇨🇳 田园诗般地

🇸🇮 idilično

🇮🇸 idyllískt

🇰🇿 идиллиялық

🇬🇪 იდილიაში

🇦🇿 idil şəklində

🇲🇽 idílicamente

Word origin

The word 'idyllically' is derived from the adjective 'idyllic', which comes from the Greek term 'eidyllion', meaning 'little picture'. This Greek term 'eidyllion' is a diminutive form of 'eidos', meaning 'form' or 'idea'. The transition from the Greek to English went through Latin as 'idyllium', before it emerged in English in the 17th century to describe poems or prose that presented a simple pastoral or rustic scene, which were idealized and often depicted an innocent and carefree life. As the word evolved into 'idyllic', the adverbial form ‘idyllically’ emerged to express the action or state of being in a manner that reflects the characteristics associated with an idyllic setting.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,717, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.