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Definition of greenly

greenly

/ˈɡriːn.li/
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Adjective:green
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1

With a green color or hue; in a verdant or lush manner.

Example

"The moss-covered stones glowed greenly in the dim light of the forest."

2

In an inexperienced, naive, or unseasoned manner.

Example

"The young apprentice handled the negotiations rather greenly, giving away his position too early."

3

With envy or jealousy; in a sickly or pale manner.

Example

"He stared greenly at his colleague's newly awarded corner office."

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• Rhymes for greenly

• Nearby Words

greenlet
greenlight
greenling
greenly
greenness
greenroom
greens

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