balletically
|bal-let-ic-ly|
C1
/bælˈɛtɪkli/
(balletic)
resembling ballet; graceful movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'balletically' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'balletto', where 'ballare' meant 'to dance'.
Historical Evolution
'balletically' changed from Italian 'balletto' into French 'ballet', which entered English as 'ballet'; from that root the adjective 'balletic' and then the adverb 'balletically' were formed.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a 'little dance' or the dance itself, but over time it evolved into the modern sense 'in the manner of ballet' (i.e., gracefully).
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2026/01/06 11:02
