Definition

In a rough or harsh manner, often producing a grating sound.

Example

The old door creaked raspingly as it opened.

Conversation

Did you hear that singer perform last night?

Yeah, her voice was so unique but it sounded a bit raspingly at times.

I thought that too; it made her style stand out.

Definitely! It added a certain character to the music.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Raspingly → It is formed from "rasp" (from Old French *raspe*, meaning to scrape or rub) and the suffix "-ingly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "raspingly" describes an action done in a manner that is rough or grating, akin to scraping.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'rasp' which means to scrape or rub roughly, and remember that 'raspingly' describes doing something in a rough or grating manner.

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