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inly

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈɪnli/

KK: /ˈɪnli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that is directed inward or relates to one's inner thoughts and feelings.


Example

She felt inly connected to the music, as if it spoke to her soul.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how we understand things inly?
Sloth B
I guess I haven't really considered that before.
Sloth A
It's interesting because it makes you realize how deep our knowledge can go.
Sloth B
Yeah, I see what you mean — it’s like knowing something at a deeper level.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
deeply
intimately
profoundly
Antonyms
shallowly
superficially
externally
Root Explanation

The word 'inly' originates from Old English 'inlīc', meaning inwardly or internally. It describes something that is done or felt within oneself.

Memory Tip

Think of 'inwardly' to remember that 'inly' refers to something that is internal or done within.

Visually Confused Words
winly
inlay
vainly
twinly
tinkly
tinily
tingly
thinly
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