5 letter words ending in ULLY

fully

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: To the greatest extent; completely or entirely.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈfʊli/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈfʊli/

Origin and Usage: The word "fully" originated from the Middle English word "fulliche" which means "completely". It has been in use since the 14th century. It is commonly used in both spoken and written English.

Synonyms: Completely, entirely, wholly, totally, thoroughly.

Related Words: Fully is a five-letter word with no related words.

Example Sentences:

• She fully understands the importance of teamwork.
• He fully committed to his new job.
• The restaurant was fully booked for the weekend.
• They fully enjoyed their vacation in Hawaii.
• The project was fully completed on time.

Definition of Dully

Dully is an adverb that means in a dull or boring manner.

Pronunciation of Dully

• US: /ˈdʌli/
• UK: /ˈdʌli/

Origin and Usage of Dully

The word "dully" is derived from the adjective "dull". It has been in use since the 14th century. The adverb "dully" is used to describe actions or events that lack excitement or interest.

Synonyms of Dully

• boringly
• tiresomely
• monotonously
• tediously
• uninterestingly

Related Words

• ducal
• ducat
• duchy
• duels
• duets

Example Sentences with Dully

• The lecture was delivered dully, and the students struggled to stay awake.
• Her voice sounded dully as she read the news of the tragedy.
• The colors in the painting had faded dully over time.
• He worked dully at his desk, daydreaming of being somewhere else.
• The movie was received dully by the audience, with many leaving before it ended.

bully 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb, Adjective

2. Definitions:

Noun: a person who habitually seeks to harm or intimidate those whom they perceive as vulnerable.

Verb: use superior strength or influence to intimidate (someone), typically to force them to do something.

Adjective: excellent; first-rate.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈbʊli/

UK: /ˈbʊli/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "bully" originated in the 1530s and was originally used to describe a sweetheart or darling. By the 1680s, it had taken on its modern meaning of someone who intimidates or mistreats others. The word is commonly used in English language to describe someone who uses their strength or power to harm or intimidate others.

5. Synonyms:

Intimidator, oppressor, tyrant, tormentor, persecutor

6. Related Words:

Abuse, brute, force, power, terror

7. Example Sentences:

Noun: The school bully was suspended for his behavior towards other students.

Verb: The boss would bully his employees into working overtime without pay.

Adjective: The bands performance was absolutely bully.