Definition

In the ninth position or order; used to indicate something that comes after eight others.

Example

She finished ninthly in the race, just behind her friend.

Conversation

Did you remember to list the tasks we need to accomplish today?

I did! I wrote them down in order of priority.

Great! We should start with the most important and work down to the ninthly one.

Sounds good to me; let's tackle them one by one.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ninthly → It is formed from "ninth" (from Old English "nīoþa", meaning the ordinal number for nine) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "ninthly" means in the manner of the ninth item or point.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'ninth' which refers to the number nine, and remember that 'ninthly' describes something done in the manner of the ninth point.

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