CIVILLY

Definition

CIVILLY Civilly means in a polite, respectful manner. Derived forms include civils (plural), civiling (present participle), civiled (past tense), civiler (comparative), civilest (superlative), and civilly (adverb). Revised definition: Civilly refers to behaving in a courteous and respectful way. Derived forms include civils (plural), civiling (present participle), civiled (past tense), civiler (comparative), civile

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Adverb
• Word Length: 7 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word CIVILLY can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like CIVILLY demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.