Definition

In a way that is plump or rounded, often used to describe someone or something that is pleasantly chubby.

Example

The baby smiled chubbily as she played with her toys.

Conversation

I saw that little puppy playing in the park yesterday.

Oh really? Was it cute?

It was so chubbily running around, I couldn't help but smile.

That sounds adorable! I love playful puppies.

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Root Explanation

Chubbily is derived from "chubby" (from Middle English *chubbe*, meaning short and plump) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "chubbily" describes the manner of being short and plump.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being 'short and plump' ('chubby') and how they might act 'in that manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'chubbily' means to do something in a chubby way.

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