Torridly: meaning, definitions and examples
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torridly
[ ˈtɔːrɪdli ]
intense heat
The word 'torridly' describes something done in a very hot or scorching manner. It can also refer to situations characterized by extreme emotional intensity or passionate heat, often found in literature and poetry. This term evokes a sense of warmth that can be both exhilarating and overwhelming.
Synonyms
fervently, scorchingly, swelteringly
Examples of usage
- The sun shone torridly on the desert sands.
- They danced torridly under the full moon.
- She worked torridly to finish the project on time.
Translations
Translations of the word "torridly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ardentemente
🇮🇳 उष्णता से
🇩🇪 glühend
🇮🇩 terik
🇺🇦 палко
🇵🇱 gorąco
🇯🇵 激しく
🇫🇷 ardemment
🇪🇸 ardientemente
🇹🇷 yanarak
🇰🇷 열렬히
🇸🇦 بشغف
🇨🇿 vášnivě
🇸🇰 vášnivo
🇨🇳 热烈地
🇸🇮 strastno
🇮🇸 heitt
🇰🇿 ыстық
🇬🇪 წვნიანად
🇦🇿 həyəcanla
🇲🇽 apasionadamente
Etymology
The term 'torridly' comes from the adjective 'torrid', which originates from the Latin word 'torridus', meaning 'scorched' or 'parched'. This Latin word itself is derived from 'torrere', which means 'to dry up' or 'to scorch'. The usage of 'torrid' in English dates back to the early 17th century, where it was primarily used to describe climates characterized by extreme heat. Over time, the adverb 'torridly' evolved to convey not only intense heat but also passionate emotions and fervent states. Its application has broadened in literature to describe heated situations, provocative expressions, and impassioned arguments. The evolution of the word reflects cultural attitudes towards both climate and emotional intensity.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,425, 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.