What does tartly mean?
Tartly means In a tart manner; sourly or bitterly..
Tartly
Pronunciation varies by accent · adverb
Meaning
In a tart manner; sourly or bitterly..
Example Sentences
'And have you nothing for me, duckie?' 'O, you! The back of my hand to you!' said Mrs Kernan tartly.
The next day, the deputy chancellor, Robert Habeck, a Green, said tartly, “I’m pleased that France is thinking about how to increase its support for Ukraine, but if I could give it a word of advice — supply more weapons.”
Synonyms for tartly
Antonyms for tartly
Related Words
Word Forms
- more tartly
- most tartly
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tartly?
Common synonyms include acerbically, acidly.
What is the opposite of tartly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tartly in a sentence?
'And have you nothing for me, duckie?' 'O, you! The back of my hand to you!' said Mrs Kernan tartly.
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