Cleanly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈklɛnli/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Cleanly is an adjective meaning Being habitually clean, practising good hygiene.
Meaning
Being habitually clean, practising good hygiene.
More Meanings
- In a clean way, neatly.
- Not causing a mess or unnecessary damage.
- Innocently; without stain.
- Adroitly; dexterously
- (obsolete) Cleansing; fitted to remove moisture; dirt, etc.
- (obsolete) Adroit; dexterous; artful.
Example Sentences
We agreed to break off our relationship cleanly.
Fortunately, the bullet passed cleanly through your shoulder.
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Word Forms
- cleanlier
- cleanliest
- clenly
Synonyms for cleanly
Depending on context, synonyms include purely, sinlessly, blamelessly, guiltlessly, innocently, irreprehensibly.
Antonyms for cleanly
Common opposites include uncleanly, dirty.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include clean, flawlessly, separable, successfully, typed, fairly.
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Sources & Attribution
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