Slenderly: meaning, definitions and examples

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slenderly

 

[ หˆslษ›ndษ™rli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used in describing movement or appearance

In a slender manner; with a slim or delicate figure or form.

Synonyms

gracefully, slimly, sveltely.

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Word Description / Examples
slenderly

Used to describe someone or something that is thin in a pleasant or attractive way, often in a delicate or fragile context.

  • She moved slenderly through the crowded room, her steps light and airy.
  • The willow branches swayed slenderly in the breeze.
gracefully

This word is often used to describe a manner of movement that is smooth, elegant, and stylish. It's suitable for describing both people and objects in motion.

  • The ballerina danced gracefully across the stage.
  • He gracefully accepted the award with a humble speech.
slimly

Often used to describe someone or something that has a thin, often desirable figure or appearance. Can sometimes have a less formal or slightly casual tone.

  • She was dressed slimly in a fitted dress, her silhouette striking under the lights.
  • The car was built slimly to improve aerodynamics.
sveltely

Typically used to describe someone with a slender and elegant appearance, often implying a combination of thinness and grace. Used more frequently in fashion or artistic contexts.

  • The model walked down the runway sveltely, turning heads with each step.
  • He sveltely adjusted his tie before attending the event.

Examples of usage

  • She walked slenderly down the runway.
  • The branches swayed slenderly in the wind.
Context #2 | Adverb

used in describing quantity or degree

To a small extent or degree; slightly.

Synonyms

a little, slightly, somewhat.

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slenderly

This word is used to describe something or someone in a delicate and graceful manner, often relating to physical appearance or form. It can have a somewhat sophisticated tone.

  • She slenderly maneuvered through the crowded room.
  • The willow tree bent slenderly in the breeze.
somewhat

Applied to indicate a moderate degree of something. It suggests more than 'a little' or 'slightly' but not an extreme amount. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

  • He was somewhat disappointed with the results.
  • The explanation was somewhat confusing.
slightly

Used to describe a small degree of change or difference. It is often used in neutral or formal contexts and tends to sound more technical or precise.

  • The weather has become slightly warmer.
  • She smiled slightly when she heard the news.
a little

Commonly used in casual or informal contexts to indicate a small amount or degree of something.

  • Can you move a little to the left?
  • I'm feeling a little tired today.

Examples of usage

  • He smiled slenderly at her comment.
  • She shook her head slenderly in disagreement.

Translations

Translations of the word "slenderly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น esbeltamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคคเคฒเฅ‡เคชเคจ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schlank

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan ramping

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ั€ัƒะฝะบะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ smukล‚o

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ดฐใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉlรฉgamment

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ esbeltamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ince

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€๋Š˜๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑุดุงู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกtรญhle

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกtรญhlo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‹—ๆกๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vitko

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grannlega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะผะฑะฐั‚ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒฎแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zษ™rif

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ esbelto

Etymology

The word 'slenderly' is derived from the adjective 'slender', which originated from the Middle English word 'slendre', meaning thin or narrow. Over time, the adverb form 'slenderly' was created to describe actions or appearances done in a slim or delicate manner. The word has been in use for centuries to convey a sense of elegance or slightness in various contexts.

See also: slender, slenderness.