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Definition of grayly

grayly

/ˈɡreɪ.li/
(UK: greyly)
gray · ly
Adjective:gray
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• adverb

1

American With a gray color or pale, dim, and overcast appearance.

Example

"The winter dawn broke grayly over the quiet harbor."

2

American In a dreary, bleak, cheerless, or monotonous manner.

Example

"He spoke grayly about the factory's impending closure and the loss of local jobs."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Grayly" is the standard American English spelling, whereas "greyly" is preferred in British and Commonwealth English.

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• Nearby Words

grayheaded
grayish
grayling
grayly
grayness
grayscale
graywater

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