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Definition of queerly

queerly

/ˈkwɪr.li/
queer · ly
Adjective:queer
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• adverb

1

In a strange, odd, or eccentric manner; peculiarly.

Example

"The old clock on the mantelpiece began to chime queerly at half past three."

2

In a manner that relates to, expresses, or aligns with queer identity, culture, or queer theory.

Example

"The scholar analyzed how nineteenth-century Gothic novels can be read queerly."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In older literature, 'queerly' commonly meant 'strangely' or 'oddly', whereas in contemporary academic and cultural discourse it frequently refers to LGBTQ+ perspectives or queer theory.

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• Nearby Words

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