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funnily

|fun/ni/ly|

B2

/ˈfʌnɪli/

(funny)

amusing or strange

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'funnily' originates from the English word 'funny', which is derived from the word 'fun', where 'fun' meant 'amusement or enjoyment'.

Historical Evolution

'fun' changed from the Middle English word 'fon', which meant 'fool', and eventually became the modern English word 'fun'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'fun' meant 'fool', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'amusement or enjoyment'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a way that is amusing or causes laughter.

He funnily imitated the teacher's voice.

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Adverb 2

in a strange or unusual manner.

The machine was working funnily today.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42