Definition

In a way that is light, thin, or delicate, often resembling wisps or strands.

Example

The smoke rose wispily into the air, creating a soft, ethereal effect.

Conversation

Did you see the clouds today?

Yeah, they looked so wispily beautiful in the sunset.

I love how they float around so gently.

Exactly! It makes the sky look magical.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wispily → It is formed from "wisp" (from Old English *wisp*, meaning a small bundle or twist) and "-ily" (a suffix meaning in a manner). The word "wispily" describes something done in a manner that is light, delicate, or insubstantial, like a small bundle of something airy.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'wisp' as a light, delicate bundle, and remember that 'wispily' means doing something in a light and airy manner.

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