Dumpishly

/ˈdʌmpɪʃli/ adverb

Definition

In a dumpish manner; somewhat dumpy or somewhat sad and gloomy (archaic).

Etymology

From 'dumpish' (dump + -ish) + adverbial suffix '-ly,' creating an adverb form that describes actions or states in a dumpish way.

Kelly Says

English adverbs ending in '-ly' can be chained—'dumpishly built' or 'dumpishly dressed'—but adding '-ly' to an '-ish' adjective feels pleasantly redundant, like saying 'very quite'.

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