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Definition of sourly

sourly

/ˈsaʊ.ər.li/
sour · ly
Adjective:sour
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sourly Lexical Profile

sourly Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

In a bitter, resentful, or ill-tempered manner.

Example

"He stared sourly at the rainy window after learning the picnic had been canceled."

2

With an unpleasant, acidic, or fermented smell or taste.

Example

"The damp towels had been left in the gym bag all weekend and smelled sourly of mildew."

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• Rhymes for sourly

• Nearby Words

sourdough
souris
sourish
sourly
sourness
sourpuss
sourpussed

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'sour' (Old English 'sūr', meaning acidic or cross) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly' (Old English '-līce').

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