Smartly

/ˈsmɑːrt.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a neat, stylish, or well-groomed manner.

She dressed smartly for the job interview, wearing a tailored suit.

In a quick or brisk manner.

He walked smartly down the street, trying to catch the bus.

In a clever or intelligent manner.

She figured out the solution smartly and impressed her peers.

From 'smart' meaning to cause pain or to be sharp; + -ly.

dressed smartly

Wearing stylish or formal clothing.

smartly done

Executed in an efficient or clever manner.

play it smart

To act clever or shrewdly to avoid trouble.

smart

Having or showing a quick-witted intelligence.

smartness

The quality of being smart or stylish.

To impress or show off style.

He really smarted up for the event with that suit.

To act or speak in a clever and often disrespectful way.

Don't be so smart with me.