Definition

In a way that is kind, gentle, or pleasing.

Example

She smiled sweetly at the children playing in the park.

Conversation

Did you hear how she spoke sweetly to the kids today?

Yeah, it was really heartwarming to see.

I love when she interacts with them so sweetly.

It definitely makes a big difference in their mood!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sweetly → It is formed from "sweet" (from Old English *swēte*, meaning pleasing to the taste or agreeable) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "sweetly" means in a manner that is pleasing or agreeable to the senses.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'pleasing' ('sweet') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'sweetly' describes doing something in a pleasing way.

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