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idiomatically

/ˌɪd.i.əˈmæt.ɪ.kəl.i/
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• adverb

1

In a manner that conforms to the natural, established expressions and phrasing of a native speaker of a language.

Example

"After living in Madrid for five years, she was able to speak Spanish fluently and idiomatically."

2

By means of or in the manner of a figurative idiom, rather than according to the literal meanings of the individual words.

Example

"The phrase "spill the beans" is used idiomatically to mean revealing a secret."

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• Rhymes for idiomatically

• Nearby Words

idiocy
idiom
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idiot
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Idiomatically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/idiomatically
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