Achingly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ˈā-kiŋ-lē/ ach·ing·ly

Meaning & Definition of Achingly

Achingly (adverb)

  1. in an aching manner
  2. extremely, exceedingly

Achingly (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to a great degree

    "an achingly funny movie"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Achingly

The most common words with a similar meaning to Achingly:

Chiefly dialect: monstrous

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Achingly

Words with the opposite meaning of Achingly:

Near Antonyms of Achingly

Origin & Etymology of Achingly

aching:1 + -ly:2

First known use: 1765

Frequently Asked Questions about Achingly

What does "Achingly" mean?

"Achingly" means in an aching manner. As an adverb, it is defined as: in an aching manner.

What is another word for "Achingly"?

Other words for "Achingly" include almighty, archly, awful, awfully, badly, beastly, blisteringly and bone. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Achingly" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Achingly"?

There are 124 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Achingly". Common alternatives include almighty, archly, awful, awfully, badly, beastly, blisteringly, bone, colossally and corking.

What is the opposite of "Achingly"?

Antonyms of "Achingly" include little, negligibly, nominally, slightly and somewhat. Near antonyms include meagerly, scantily, barely and hardly.

How do you use "Achingly" in a sentence?

Examples of "Achingly" in a sentence: "an achingly funny movie".

Is "Achingly" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Achingly" is an adverb.

How do you pronounce "Achingly"?

"Achingly" is pronounced /ˈā-kiŋ-lē/ and divided into syllables as ach·ing·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Achingly"?

"Achingly" comes from aching:1 + -ly:2. First known use: 1765.