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metronomically

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌmɛtrəˈnoʊmɪkli/

KK: /mɛtrəˈnɑmɪkli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that is regular and consistent, like a metronome that keeps a steady beat.


Example

The musician played the piece metronomically, ensuring each note was perfectly timed.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how he plays the piano so metronomically?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's impressive! It makes every piece sound so precise.
Sloth A
I wish I could be that consistent when I practice.
Sloth B
With time and effort, you'll get there and play metronomically too!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
regularly
steadily
consistently
Antonyms
irregularly
erratically
inconsistently
Root Explanation

Metronomically → It is formed from "metron" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure) and "-ic" (meaning pertaining to) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word describes something done in a manner that is measured or regular, like the ticking of a metronome.

Memory Tip

Think of 'measure' ('metron') to remember that 'metronomically' means doing something in a measured or regular way.

Visually Confused Words
metonymically
astronomically
economically
gastronomically
taxonomically
autonomically
trinomially
monodically
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