stiffly
|stiff/ly|
B2
/ˈstɪf.li/
(stiff)
rigid, inflexible
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stiffly' originates from the Old English word 'stif,' where 'stif' meant 'rigid or inflexible.'
Historical Evolution
'stif' changed from the Old English word 'stif' and eventually became the modern English word 'stiffly.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'rigid or inflexible,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that is not relaxed or friendly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42