Trickily: meaning, definitions and examples
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trickily
[ หtrษชkษชli ]
manner of action
Trickily is an adverb that describes the manner in which something is done in a deceptive or cunning way. This term often implies a sense of cleverness or slyness, indicating that the action may not be straightforward or honest. It can be used to describe situations where someone is attempting to outsmart another or where a task is complicated by unexpected difficulties.
Synonyms
cunningly, deceptively, slyly.
Examples of usage
- He trickily avoided the questions during the interview.
- She spoke trickily, making it hard to understand her true intentions.
- The magician performed trickily, leaving the audience in awe.
Translations
Translations of the word "trickily" in other languages:
๐ต๐น astutamente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคฒเคพเคเฅ เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช trickreich
๐ฎ๐ฉ dengan licik
๐บ๐ฆ ั ะธััะพ
๐ต๐ฑ podstฤpnie
๐ฏ๐ต ๅทงๅฆใซ
๐ซ๐ท habilement
๐ช๐ธ astutamente
๐น๐ท kurnazca
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ตํํ๊ฒ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุดูู ู ุงูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ mazanฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ prefรญkane
๐จ๐ณ ็ก็พๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ prevarantsko
๐ฎ๐ธ snjalllega
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะปะฐัาััาะฟะตะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แญแแแแแแฃแ แแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sฤฑrf
๐ฒ๐ฝ astutamente
Etymology
The word 'trickily' is derived from the root word 'trick,' which has its origins in the Middle English word 'tricque,' meaning a ruse or a cunning plan. This root can be traced further back to the Old French 'trique' and the Latin 'triccus,' a term that described a trick or deception. The '-ly' suffix indicates that it is functioning as an adverb. The use of 'trick' in the English language has evolved over time, while still retaining its core meaning related to cleverness and deceit. The adverb 'trickily' began to emerge in the 19th century, reflecting a growing interest in language that conveys complexity in action and intent. Today, it is used commonly in various contexts, especially in literary works or discussions involving strategy, cunning behavior, and intricate situations.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,745, 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.