Definition

In a way that shows anger or strong annoyance.

Example

She spoke angrily when she heard the news.

Conversation

I saw you talking to Sarah earlier; you seemed really upset.

Yeah, she spoke to me angrily about the project.

I can't believe she would approach you like that.

I know, it just caught me off guard.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Angrily is formed from "angry" (from Old Norse "angr", meaning grief or sorrow) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "angrily" describes the manner of expressing anger or being in a state of anger.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'angry' which comes from a word meaning grief, and remember that 'angrily' means to express that anger.

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