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Definition of blackly

blackly

/ˈblæk.li/
black · ly
Adjective:black
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• adverb

1

In a gloomy, pessimistic, sullen, or darkly humorous manner.

Example

"The novelist wrote blackly comedic stories about the absurdities of corporate bureaucracy."

2

With a dark or black color or appearance; without light.

Example

"Thick smoke billowed blackly into the afternoon sky above the industrial district."

3

In a wicked, malicious, or atrocious manner.

Example

"Historical accounts describe how the conspirators plotted blackly against the reigning monarch."

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• Rhymes for blackly

• Nearby Words

blacklight
blacklist
blacklister
blackly
blackmail
blackmailer
blackness

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English blakly, formed from the adjective black (from Old English blæc, meaning 'dark') and the adverbial suffix -ly.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Blackly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/blackly
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