Warmly
/ˈwɔːrmli/
Definitions
2 meaningsIn a way that shows friendliness, affection, or enthusiasm.
/ˈwɔːrmli/
In a warm or friendly manner.
He smiled warmly and offered her a seat.
💡 Simply: When you do something with a lot of kindness and friendliness, like giving someone a warm hug or saying hello with a big smile. It’s like saying 'You're awesome!'.
👶 For kids: When you do something in a nice and friendly way, like giving a big smile or a hug.
More Examples
The audience applauded warmly at the end of the performance.
She was welcomed warmly into the new community.
How It's Used
"She greeted her guests warmly."
"The CEO thanked the employees warmly for their hard work."
In a manner that provides or indicates physical warmth.
/ˈwɔːrmli/
With considerable heat or warmth.
The fire burned warmly in the hearth.
💡 Simply: When something is giving off a good amount of heat.
👶 For kids: It means something is giving out a lot of heat, like the sun on a sunny day.
More Examples
The sun was shining warmly on their faces.
How It's Used
"The fire in the hearth was burning warmly, filling the room with a comforting glow."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Idioms & expressions
warm welcome
A friendly and enthusiastic reception or greeting.
"The new employee received a warm welcome from the team."
From "warm" + "-ly". "Warm" itself comes from Old English "wearm", from Proto-Germanic "*warmaz".
Used consistently throughout history to denote friendliness, kindness, and physical warmth. Its usage has remained relatively stable.
Memory tip
Think of a warm hug; it's a way of showing affection warmly.
Word Origin
"giving or feeling warmth; characterized by friendship, affection, or kindness"