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outgoingly

|out-go-ing-ly|

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/ˈaʊtˌɡoʊ.ɪŋli/

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/ˈaʊtˌɡəʊ.ɪŋli/

(outgoing)

sociable; leaving

Base FormPluralNounNounAdverb
outgoingoutgoingsoutgoingsoutgoingnessoutgoingly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'outgoingly' originates from English, specifically from the adjective 'outgoing' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', where the suffix '-ly' meant 'in the manner of'.

Historical Evolution

'outgoing' changed from Middle English 'out-going' (a compound of 'out' + 'going'), and ultimately derives from Old English elements 'ūt' ("out") and 'gān' ("to go"); the adjective developed into modern English 'outgoing' and the adverb formed as 'outgoing' + '-ly'.

Meaning Changes

Initially it referred to 'going out' or 'moving outward'; over time the adjective acquired the figurative sense 'sociable' (one who 'goes out' socially), and 'outgoingly' now means 'in a sociable manner'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a sociable, friendly, or extroverted manner; behaving in a way that easily engages others.

She moved through the room outgoingly, introducing herself to several people.

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Last updated: 2025/08/23 22:53