warmly
|warm-ly|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈwɔrmli/
🇬🇧
/ˈwɔːmli/
(warm)
moderate heat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'warmly' originates from the Old English word 'wearm,' where 'wearm' meant 'having a moderate degree of heat.'
Historical Evolution
'wearm' transformed into the Middle English word 'warm,' and eventually became the modern English word 'warmly.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a moderate degree of heat,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a friendly manner.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is warm or friendly.
She smiled warmly at the guests.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39