Exothermically

/ˌɛksəˈθɜːrmɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In an exothermic manner; by a process that releases heat as a byproduct.

Etymology

From exothermic + the adverb suffix -ally. This standardized scientific adverb is the modern preferred form for describing how exothermic reactions occur.

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