Oddly: meaning, definitions and examples

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[ ˈɒdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a strange or unusual manner

In a way that is strange or unexpected; oddly enough, he didn't seem surprised at all.

Synonyms

peculiarly, strangely, unusually

Examples of usage

  • She smiled, albeit rather oddly.
  • The car was oddly shaped.
  • He was dressed rather oddly for the occasion.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a way that is different from what is expected

In a manner that is not usual or expected; his behavior was oddly charming.

Synonyms

abnormally, curiously, uncommonly

Examples of usage

  • She looked at him oddly.
  • The movie ended rather oddly.
  • He reacted rather oddly to the news.

Translations

Translations of the word "oddly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estranhamente

🇮🇳 अजीब तरह से

🇩🇪 seltsamerweise

🇮🇩 anehnya

🇺🇦 дивно

🇵🇱 dziwnie

🇯🇵 奇妙に

🇫🇷 étrangement

🇪🇸 extrañamente

🇹🇷 garip bir şekilde

🇰🇷 이상하게

🇸🇦 بشكل غريب

🇨🇿 podivně

🇸🇰 čudne

🇨🇳 奇怪地

🇸🇮 čudno

🇮🇸 undarlega

🇰🇿 қатесіз

🇬🇪 უცნაურად

🇦🇿 qəribə şəkildə

🇲🇽 extrañamente

Etymology

The word 'oddly' originated from the Middle English word 'odeli,' which means 'unequal' or 'strange.' Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to something that is unusual or not in line with expectations. The adverb 'oddly' has been used in English language since the 14th century.

See also: odd, oddball, oddities, oddity, oddness, odds.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,975, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.