Definition

In a way that is dull, bleak, or depressing.

Example

The rain fell drearily all day, making everyone feel gloomy.

Conversation

Why does it look so drearily outside today?

I think it’s just one of those gray days where everything feels dull.

Yeah, I could really use some sunshine to brighten things up.

Same here! Let’s hope tomorrow is a bit more cheerful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Drearily** → It is formed from "dreary" (from Middle English *dreary*, meaning dull or bleak) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "drearily" means in a dull or bleak manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that feels 'dull' or 'bleak' ('dreary') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'drearily' describes doing something in a dull way.

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