Buxomly

/ˈbʌksəmli/ adverb

Definition

In a buxom manner; with voluptuousness or in a cheerful and lively way.

Etymology

Buxom plus the adverbial suffix -ly, converting the adjective to an adverb describing manner.

Kelly Says

The existence of buxomly is linguistically questionable—you almost never see it used in actual writing because English speakers rarely modify verbs with 'buxomly,' showing that not all grammatically possible words are actually useful.

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Gender History

Adverbial form of 'buxom,' applying the sexualized descriptor as a manner of being or acting. This transforms a gendered body descriptor into an expected behavior or demeanor, particularly for women.

Inclusive Usage

Avoid describing how someone acts or behaves using a term rooted in physical objectification.

Inclusive Alternatives

["confidently","generously","with vitality","spiritedly"]

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