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Sultrily: meaning, definitions and examples

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sultrily

 

[ ˈsʌl.trɪ.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of speaking

Sultrily describes a manner of speaking or behaving that is seductive, alluring, or displays a sense of sensuality. It often conveys a sense of warmth and passion that can be both inviting and provocative.

Synonyms

alluringly, provocatively, seductively, sensually

Examples of usage

  • She looked at him sultrily from across the room.
  • The actress delivered her lines sultrily, captivating the audience.
  • He approached her sultrily, making his intentions clear.
  • The song was performed sultrily, enhancing its romantic theme.

Translations

Translations of the word "sultrily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sedutoramente

🇮🇳 सुलगते हुए

🇩🇪 sinnlich

🇮🇩 menarik

🇺🇦 привабливо

🇵🇱 ponętnie

🇯🇵 官能的に

🇫🇷 de manière sultrante

🇪🇸 de manera seductora

🇹🇷 baş döndürücü bir şekilde

🇰🇷 매혹적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل مثير

🇨🇿 svůdně

🇸🇰 pôvabne

🇨🇳 性感地

🇸🇮 zapeljivo

🇮🇸 aðlaðandi

🇰🇿 тартымды

🇬🇪 ზედმეტად მიმზიდველად

🇦🇿 cazibədar

🇲🇽 de manera seductora

Word origin

The word 'sultrily' evolves from the adjective 'sultry,' which has its origins in the Middle English term 'sultrie,' derived from the Old English 'sultrig,' meaning 'sweltering' or 'oppressive heat.' The connotation of sultriness shifted over time to embody a sense of passionate warmth and sensuality, particularly associated with climates that evoke a heavy, languorous atmosphere. Consequently, 'sultry' took on metaphorical meanings beyond mere temperature, often describing alluring qualities in individuals or situations, particularly those related to romance and desire. The adverbial form 'sultrily' follows this evolution, allowing descriptions of actions or manners that exhibit these sultry characteristics, and has become a popular term in literature and artistic expressions to convey seduction and enchantment.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,406, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.