freckly
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈfrɛkli/
KK: /ˈfrɛkli/
adjective
Definition
Having many small brown spots on the skin, usually caused by sun exposure.
Example
She has a freckly face that gets even more spots in the summer.
Conversation
I saw a cute puppy today that had such freckly fur.
Really? That sounds adorable!
I didn't know dogs could have freckly patterns like that.
Yeah, it makes them look unique and special!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
spotted
dappled
mottled
Antonyms
clear
smooth
unblemished
adverb
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available.
Conversation
I saw you at the park yesterday, running freckly around the track.
Yeah, I was trying to keep up with my dog!
You always seem to run so freckly when you’re chasing him.
Root Explanation
Freckly → It is formed from "freckle" (from Old English *freckl*, meaning a small spot or blemish on the skin) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "freckly" describes skin that is characterized by small spots or blemishes, typically from sun exposure.
Memory Tip
Think of small spots on the skin, called 'freckles', and remember that 'freckly' means having many of those spots.
Visually Confused Words
feckly
streckly
frenchly
freakily