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childishly

/ˈtʃaɪl.dɪʃ.li/
child · ish · ly
Adjective:childish
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• adverb

1

In a silly, immature, or petulant manner that is inappropriate for an adult.

Example

"Instead of discussing the disagreement calmly, he childishly refused to speak to anyone at the meeting."

2

In a way that is characteristic of or natural to a young child.

Example

"She grinned childishly as she unwrapped the brightly colored birthday present."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Childishly" carries a negative, critical connotation of immaturity or petulance, whereas "childlikely" (or "in a childlike manner") conveys positive qualities of innocence, wonder, and trust.

• Nearby Words

childcarer
childhood
childish
childishly
childishness
childless
childlessness

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