Definition

In a way that involves dripping or is wet and messy.

Example

The paint was applied drippily, creating a unique texture on the canvas.

Conversation

Did you see how the ice cream melted drippily down the cone?

Yeah, it was such a hot day for it!

I couldn’t believe how quickly it started to drip everywhere.

I know, I had to eat mine so fast to avoid a mess!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Drippily → It is formed from "drip" (from Middle English "drippen", meaning to fall in drops) and "-ily" (a suffix used to form adverbs indicating manner). The word "drippily" means in a manner that involves falling in drops.

Memory Tip

Think of something that falls in drops ('drip') and how it happens in a certain way ('-ily'). This helps you remember that 'drippily' describes the manner of something dripping.

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