Definition

In a way that is strange or unfamiliar, as if from another world.

Example

The creature moved alienly through the forest, as if it did not belong to this world.

Conversation

Did you see that movie last night?

Yeah, it was pretty strange, almost alienly different from what I expected.

Right? The way they portrayed the characters felt so unusual.

Exactly! It was like they were from another planet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Alienly → It is formed from "alien" (from Latin "alienus", meaning belonging to another) and "-ly" (a suffix meaning in a manner). The word "alienly" means in a manner that is foreign or belonging to another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'alien' as something that belongs to another place or is foreign, and '-ly' indicates the manner of doing something. So, when you think of 'alienly', imagine acting in a way that feels foreign or different.

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