Definition

In a strange or unusual way that may seem funny or silly.

Example

The clown danced anticly, making everyone laugh.

Conversation

Did you see that guy dancing at the party last night?

Yeah, he moved so anticly it was hard to look away!

I know, right? It was like he was in his own world.

Totally! I couldn't tell if he was having fun or just being silly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Anticly is derived from "antic" (from Italian "antico", meaning ancient or old) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "anticly" means in a manner that is old-fashioned or reminiscent of ancient times.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'antic' which relates to something 'ancient' or 'old', and remember that 'anticly' describes doing something in an old-fashioned way.

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