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Definition of prettily

prettily

/ˈprɪtɪli/
pret · ti · ly
Adjective:pretty
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• adverb

1

In a pretty, charming, or pleasing manner; with delicate attractiveness or grace.

Example

"The small garden was prettily arranged with rows of pastel-colored tulips and stone pathways."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'pretty' is widely used as a degree adverb meaning 'fairly' or 'moderately' (as in 'pretty good'), 'prettily' is strictly an adverb of manner meaning 'in a pretty or pleasing way.'

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• Nearby Words

pretrial
prettifier
prettify
prettily
prettiness
pretty
prettyish

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