Definition

In a way that shows strong feelings or emotions, often involving anger or excitement.

Example

The two friends argued heatedly about the best way to solve the problem.

Conversation

Did you see how they were arguing heatedly about the game last night?

Yes! It was like they were ready to fight over it.

I thought it was just a friendly discussion at first.

Right? But then it got so intense, I had to step back!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heatedly → It is formed from "heated" (the past participle of "heat", which comes from Old English "hætu", meaning warmth or heat) and "-ly" (a suffix meaning in a manner of). The word "heatedly" means in a manner that is full of heat, often implying strong emotion or intensity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'heat' as a way to remember that 'heatedly' means doing something with strong emotion or intensity, as if the situation is warm or heated.

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