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Definition of woodenly

woodenly

/ˈwʊd.ən.li/
wood · en · ly
Adjective:wooden
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• adverb

1

In a stiff, awkward, or unnatural manner lacking grace or spontaneity.

Example

"The nervous understudy moved woodenly across the stage during the dress rehearsal."

2

Without emotion, expression, or animation; in a dull, flat, or unresponsive way.

Example

"He recited his prepared apology woodenly, showing no genuine remorse for the mistake."

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• Nearby Words

woodcutting
wooded
wooden
woodenly
woodenness
woodgrain
woodhoopoe

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