Definition

In a way that is characterized by cracks or fissures.

Example

The old tree stood rimosely, its bark split and weathered by time.

Conversation

Did you notice how the tree bark is peeling rimosely?

Yeah, it's really interesting to see the textures.

I wonder if it affects the tree's health at all.

Probably, but it looks unique in its own way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rimosely is derived from "rimosus" (from Latin, meaning full of cracks or fissures) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word describes something that is done in a manner that is full of cracks or openings.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'full of cracks' ('rimosus') and done 'in a manner' ('-ly') — that's how you can remember that rimosely means in a manner that is full of cracks.

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