Desirably

/dɪˈzaɪrəbli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that is desirable, attractive, or worth wanting; in a manner that is pleasing or preferable.

Etymology

Formed from 'desirable' with the adverbial suffix '-ly,' which converts adjectives into adverbs describing how an action occurs or a quality manifests.

Kelly Says

Notice how 'desirably' is the adverb form—it describes how something happens. You might say a house is 'desirably located' (on a nice street), showing that location is a desirable feature.

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