warmly

adverb

warm·​ly ˈwȯrm-lē How to pronounce warmly (audio)
Synonyms of warmlynext
1
: in a manner characterized or accompanied by warmth of emotion
greeted us warmly
2
: in a manner that causes or maintains warmth
dressed warmly

Examples of warmly in a Sentence

The new official was warmly applauded. It's cold out, so be sure to dress warmly.
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That afternoon, the president, inside the exposition’s ornate Temple of Music, greeted members of the public, shaking hands and warmly inviting them to explore the fair. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026 Radio remembered Parton the songwriter as warmly as Parton the singer. — Russ Penuell, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2026 Not every celebrity tribute to Dolly Parton is being warmly received. — Sameen, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 Starbucks describes the flavor as nutty, brown-buttery and warmly spiced. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for warmly

Word History

First Known Use

1529, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of warmly was in 1529

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“Warmly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/warmly. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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