Meaning & Definition of word "Weirdly"

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.