Croakily

/ˈkroʊkɪli/ adverb

Definition

In a croaky, hoarse, or raspy manner; speaking or making sounds in a way that sounds rough or rough-voiced.

Etymology

Adverb formed by adding the standard adverbial suffix -ly to 'croaky,' creating a manner adverb.

Kelly Says

When someone speaks 'croakily' from laryngitis, they're technically demonstrating how vocal cord swelling physically changes sound waves—their condition makes the physics of voice literally visible.

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