gravely

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English

Etymology 1

grave +‎ -ly.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɡɹeɪvli/
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Adverb

gravely (comparative more gravely, superlative most gravely)

  1. In a grave or serious manner.
    • 1956 [1880], Johanna Spyri, Heidi, translation of original by Eileen Hall, page 100:
      'No, no one's called that at home,' said Heidi gravely.
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Etymology 2

See gravelly.

Adjective

gravely (comparative more gravely, superlative most gravely)

  1. Alternative spelling of gravelly

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