Flexibly

/ˈflɛksɪbli/ adverb

Definition

In a flexible manner; able to bend easily or adapt to different situations or changes.

Etymology

From 'flexible' plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly,' ultimately tracing to Latin 'flexibilis' meaning 'capable of bending.'

Kelly Says

Adding '-ly' to an adjective is how English turns qualities into actions—it's why 'quickly' comes from 'quick' and 'flexibly' comes from 'flexible,' a pattern that's existed since Old English times.

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