Flatly

//ˈflætli// adv

adv ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adverb

1
In a physically flat or level manner.
"He bent over the old woman again, with his ear turned flatly to her lips and then to the region of her heart."
2
In a definite manner; in a manner showing complete certainty.
"It was an accusation that he flatly denied."
3
In a manner that shows no emotion.
"He replied flatly to the policeman's questions."

Adverb

1
in an unqualified manner wordnet

Synonyms

categorically completely evenly flat flush lengthwise

Example

"You should have refused his request flatly."

Etymology

From flat + -ly.

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