Definition

In a way that is characterized by strong emotions or turbulence, often associated with storms or conflict.

Example

The debate continued stormily, with both sides raising their voices.

Conversation

Did you hear how the wind was blowing stormily last night?

Yeah, it was so loud! I thought my windows were going to break.

I know, right? It felt like a movie with the thunder and everything.

Definitely! I even had to pull the blankets over my head.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stormily → It is formed from "storm" (from Old English *storm*, meaning a violent disturbance of the atmosphere) and "-ily" (a suffix used to form adverbs meaning in a manner of). The word "stormily" means in a manner that is like a storm, often referring to turbulent or agitated behavior.

Memory Tip

Think of a storm being a violent disturbance, and when something happens 'in a stormy manner', it reflects that turbulence.

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