Meaning & Definition of word "Thinly"

Thinly

ˈθin(l)i

1. In a manner that is not thick or dense; sparsely.
- Example: The layer of frosting was spread thinly over the cake.
2. In a way that is not fully developed or substantial; weakly.
- Example: The argument was thinly supported by evidence.
3. Infrequently or with low density.
- Example: Trees were thinly scattered across the hill, providing only a bit of shade.
4. With little quantity or small portions.
- Example: She sliced the cucumber thinly for the salad.
5. In a faint or slight manner.
- Example: He spoke thinly, almost whispering in the quiet room.

Old English thynne (thin) + -ly (adverbial suffix)

thinly sliced:

Cut into very thin pieces.

thinly populated:

Having few people or things in an area.

thinly veiled:

Not completely concealed or hidden, often referring to emotions or motives.

thin:

Having a small distance between opposite sides; not thick.

thinned:

Made thinner or less dense.

thinning:

The process of becoming thinner.

Meaning: Describes something that lacks substance or depth.

Example Sentence: His explanation was just thinly veiled excuses.

Meaning: To be not well-received or to be inadequate.

Example Sentence: The plan was thinly accepted by the team.