Hotly

/ˈhɒt.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a heated or intense manner; with strong emotion or passion.

The two candidates debated hotly over the new policies.

In a manner that suggests high temperature.

The soup was served hotly right off the stove.

In a fierce or eager way.

Fans hotly debated the controversial referee decision.

In a way that attracts a lot of attention or interest.

The issue was hotly discussed during the conference.

Derived from 'hot' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

hotly debated

A topic that is argued about with great intensity.

hotly contested

A situation where there is a lot of rivalry or competition.

hotly pursued

Something that is in great demand and sought after intensely.

heat

The form of energy that is transferred between systems or objects with different temperatures.

heated

Made hot or raised in temperature; characterized by strong feelings.

hot

Having a high temperature.

Very popular or appealing.

That new club is hotly trending right now.

Intensely great or amazing.

That party was hotly lit!