Definition

In a way that is unique or different from what is usual; in a strange or odd manner.

Example

She approached the problem singularly, thinking outside the box.

Conversation

Did you notice how he acted singularly at the party last night?

Yeah, it was a bit strange, wasn't it?

I wonder what was going on in his mind to make him behave that way.

Maybe he was just feeling a little off, you know?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Singularly is formed from "singular" (from Latin "singularis", meaning alone or unique) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "singularly" means in a unique or individual manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'unique' ('singular') and done 'in a manner' ('-ly') — that's why singularly means doing something in a unique way.

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