Artly

/ˈɑrtli/ adverb

Definition

In an artistic or art-like manner; with artistic qualities or style.

Etymology

From art + '-ly' (in the manner of). A rare adverbial form combining the noun art with the standard adverb-forming suffix.

Kelly Says

This word is so rarely used that most dictionaries don't include it—it's a linguistic 'ghost word' that technically exists because English grammar allows it, but native speakers would more naturally say 'artistically' instead.

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