Definition

In a manner that involves cutting or slicing sharply.

Example

The sword was swung slashingly, cutting through the air with great force.

Conversation

Did you see how the chef cut the vegetables slashingly?

Yeah, it was impressive!

I wonder if I could learn to chop like that.

With some practice, I'm sure you could master the slashingly technique!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

'slash' (from Middle English *slaschen*, meaning to cut or strike) and '-ingly' (a suffix used to form adverbs indicating manner). The word 'slashingly' describes the manner of cutting or striking in a forceful or vigorous way.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'cutting' ('slash') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ingly') — that's why 'slashingly' means to do something in a cutting or striking way.

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