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Frostily - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Frostily means in a cold, unfriendly, or disapproving manner. It describes someone’s tone, expression, or behavior that is distant or lacking warmth, like icy politeness.

frostily

/ˈfrɔstəli/ /ˈfrɒstɪli/

Definition:

In a cold, unfriendly, or disapproving manner.

Synonyms:

coldly, icily, stiffly, distantly

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

warmly, friendly

Common Collocations:

speak frostily, reply frostily, look frostily, greet frostily

Derivatives:

frosty, frostiness

Usage Tips:

Use "frostily" to describe someone's tone or behavior when they are being distant or unfriendly.

Common Phrases:

give a frosty reception, frosty silence, frosty stare

Etymology:

Derived from "frosty," meaning cold in manner or appearance; from Old English "frost," meaning freezing weather.

Examples:

  • 1. She glanced at him frostily and turned away.
  • 2. The manager replied frostily to the customer's complaint.
  • 3. He greeted his rival frostily at the meeting.
  • 4. Her voice sounded frostily polite during the call.

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