Definition

In a way that is amusing or humorous.

Example

She told the story funnily, making everyone laugh.

Conversation

Did you see how he funnily tripped over his own feet?

Yeah, I couldn't stop laughing when it happened!

It was so unexpected and just made the whole day better.

Totally! It's great when things like that happen.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Funnily → It is formed from "funny" (from Middle English "funnie", meaning amusing or causing laughter) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "funnily" means in a manner that is amusing or causes laughter.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'amusing' ('funny') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'funnily' means to do something in an amusing way.

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