Tartly: meaning, definitions and examples

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tartly

[ ˈtɑːrtli ]

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in speech or manner

In a sharp, bitter, or cutting manner.

Synonyms

acrimoniously, bitterly, sharply

Examples of usage

She replied tartly, 'I do not appreciate your tone.'
The teacher spoke tartly to the misbehaving student.

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in taste

In a sharp, sour, or acidic taste.

Synonyms

acridly, astringently, sourly

Examples of usage

She took a bite of the pie and made a tartly face.
The lemonade was tartly refreshing on a hot day.

Translations

Translations of the word "tartly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bruscamente

🇮🇳 अचानक से

🇩🇪 plötzlich

🇮🇩 tiba-tiba

🇺🇦 різко

🇵🇱 nagle

🇯🇵 突然に

🇫🇷 brusquement

🇪🇸 bruscamente

🇹🇷 aniden

🇰🇷 갑자기

🇸🇦 بشكل مفاجئ

🇨🇿 náhle

🇸🇰 náhle

🇨🇳 突然

🇸🇮 nenadoma

🇮🇸 skyndilega

🇰🇿 кенеттен

🇬🇪 უეცრად

🇦🇿 qəflətən

🇲🇽 bruscamente

Word origin

The word 'tartly' originates from the Middle English word 'tartly', which means sharply or severely. It is derived from the Old French word 'tart', meaning sharp or sour. Over time, 'tartly' has evolved to encompass both a sharp manner and a sharp taste.