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hotly Antonyms

Opposite of hotly

Because the opposite of hotly shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a passionate, fierce, or vehement manner; with great intensity or anger.

Usage Example

"The proposed changes to the zoning laws were coolly debated by local residents at the town hall meeting."

Strongest
coolly
calmly
Strong
mildly
indifferently
passionlessly
placidly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a physically hot manner; with great physical heat.

Usage Example

"The midday sun beat down coldly on the dry desert sand."

Strongest
coldly
coolly
Strong
frigidly

Similar words to hotly

Words similar to hotly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

heatedly
fiercely
vehemently
passionately
intensely
scorchingly
fervently
vigorously
See all synonyms of hotly

• Nearby Words

hotheadedness
hothouse
hotlist
hotly
hotness
hotrod
hots

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hotly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hotly
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