Definition

In a way that relates to the air or is done in the air.

Example

The drones delivered supplies aerially to the remote village.

Conversation

Did you know that some diseases can spread aerially?

Really? I had no idea it could happen that way.

Yeah, it's pretty fascinating how things can travel through the air like that.

Nature is truly amazing, especially with how it all works together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aerially → It is formed from "aerial" (from Latin *aerialis*, meaning pertaining to the air) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "aerially" means in a manner that pertains to or is characteristic of the air.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'pertaining to the air' ('aerial') and remember that 'aerially' means doing something in a way that relates to the air.

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