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Definition of crispily

crispily

/ˈkrɪs.pɪ.li/
crisp · i · ly

Adjective:crispy
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crispily Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

In a crispy manner; so as to have a firm, dry, and pleasantly brittle texture, especially when cooked.

Example

"The chef fried the potato skins crispily before topping them with melted cheddar and chives."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "crispily" is commonly used to describe the texture of fried or baked foods, the shorter adverb "crisply" is vastly preferred for non-culinary senses such as speaking, writing, or moving in a brisk, decisive manner.

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