Chummily

/ˈtʃʌm.ə.li/ adverb

Definition

In a chummy manner; in a friendly, familiar, or intimate way.

Etymology

From 'chummy' (adjective) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly.' Creates an adverb describing how an action is performed in a friendly or familiar manner.

Kelly Says

Adding '-ly' to adjectives is English's favorite trick for creating adverbs, and 'chummily' shows how even the most casual friendship gets its own formal grammar rule.

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