Meaning & Definition of word "Weirdly"
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Weirdly
/ˈwɪrdli/
adverb:
- 1. In a strange or unusual manner.
- Example: She laughed weirdly at the serious news.
- 2. In a way that is not easily understood or is unexpected.
- Example: The painting was weirdly captivating despite its odd colors.
- 3. In a manner that is out of the ordinary or conventional.
- Example: He dressed weirdly for the formal event, shocking all the guests.
- 4. In a way that causes discomfort or confusion due to strangeness.
- Example: The movie ended weirdly, leaving the audience with more questions than answers.
- 5. In a manner that suggests something supernatural or eerie.
- Example: It was weirdly silent in the abandoned house, which made her uneasy.
Etymology
Derived from 'weird', from Old English 'wyrd' meaning fate.
Common Phrases and Expressions
weirdly enough:
Used to introduce a surprising or unusual statement.
weirdly similar:
Describing two things that are unexpectedly alike.
weirdly specific:
Referring to something that is detailed in an unusual way.
Related Words
weird:
Strange or unusual, often in a supernatural context.
weirdo:
A person whose behavior or habits are considered odd or eccentric.
Slang Meanings of weirdly
Meaning: A term for something that is unusually quirky.
Example Sentence: That movie was totally weirdly, but I loved it!
Meaning: Surprisingly odd in a good way.
Example Sentence: Her outfit is weirdly cool.