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Ravishingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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ravishingly

 

[ ˈrævɪʃɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

extreme admiration

Ravishingly is used to describe something done in a way that is extraordinarily attractive, stunning, or beautiful. It often conveys a sense of overwhelming beauty that captivates or charms those who observe it. This term is typically used in contexts related to physical appearance, fashion, or artistic expression, where the subject evokes strong admiration. In literature, it might describe a character or setting that enchants the reader.

Synonyms

alluringly, attractively, beautifully, gorgeously, stunningly

Examples of usage

  • She danced ravishingly across the stage.
  • The landscape was ravishingly beautiful.
  • He spoke ravishingly, capturing everyone’s attention.

Translations

Translations of the word "ravishingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 deslumbrantemente

🇮🇳 आकर्षकता से

🇩🇪 entzückend

🇮🇩 menawan

🇺🇦 захоплююче

🇵🇱 olśniewająco

🇯🇵 魅惑的に

🇫🇷 ravissantement

🇪🇸 deslumbrantemente

🇹🇷 büyüleyici bir şekilde

🇰🇷 매혹적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل ساحر

🇨🇿 okouzlující

🇸🇰 očarujúco

🇨🇳 令人惊叹地

🇸🇮 očarljivo

🇮🇸 fágurlega

🇰🇿 кереметтей

🇬🇪 მორიდებით

🇦🇿 cazibədar bir şəkildə

🇲🇽 deslumbrantemente

Word origin

The adverb 'ravishingly' finds its roots in the adjective 'ravishing,' which derives from the earlier phrase 'to ravish,' meaning to seize by force or to carry away. The term 'ravish' originates from the Middle English 'ravisshen,' which has its roots in Old French 'ravir,' meaning 'to seize' or 'to carry off.' The connotation of beauty and charm evolved overtime, particularly in the context of describing someone who is overwhelmingly beautiful or appealing. As 'ravishing' emerged in the early 17th century, it began to be associated specifically with qualities that provoke deep emotional admiration. Thus, when the adverbial form 'ravishingly' was created, it served to intensify the descriptiveness of actions or characteristics that are enchanting or strikingly attractive.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,617, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.