Apogeotropically

/ˌæpədʒiːəˈtrɒpɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is oriented away from the earth or displays apogeotropic behavior.

Etymology

Adverbial form of apogeotropic, adding -ally to the adjective. The -ly ending converts the adjective into an adverb describing how something moves or grows.

Kelly Says

This adverb captures how plant stems reach upward into the air in defiance of gravity—it's the word version of a plant's 'rebellious phase' against being pulled down.

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