Definition

In a way that is thin, light, or slightly transparent, often resembling a film.

Example

The curtains hung filmily, allowing soft light to filter into the room.

Conversation

Did you see how they shot that scene so filmily?

Yeah, it really gave it a dreamy vibe.

I love when movies use lighting filmily like that.

It makes everything feel more magical, doesn't it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from the word 'film' (from Old English *filme*, meaning a thin layer or membrane) and the suffix '-ily' (meaning in a manner of). The word 'filmily' describes something done in a manner that is thin or film-like.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is done in a 'thin' or 'layered' way, as 'film' refers to a thin layer, and '-ily' indicates the manner of doing it.

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