warmly

adverb

warm·​ly ˈwȯrm-lē How to pronounce warmly (audio)
1
: in a manner characterized or accompanied by warmth of emotion
greeted us warmly
2
: in a manner that causes or maintains warmth
dressed warmly

Examples of warmly in a Sentence

The new official was warmly applauded. It's cold out, so be sure to dress warmly.
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He was welcomed warmly and awarded an Order of Liberty by Zelenskyy, who is trying to rally support among Kyiv's allies at a crucial juncture in the grinding war with Russia. USA Today, 29 June 2025 The Deep Cover actor was also snapped warmly greeting Kim and Khloé Kardashian, as well as their mom Kris Jenner, over lunch at the lavish Venice hotel Gritti Palace. Jen Juneau, People.com, 27 June 2025 In fact, several LAPD patrol cars were greeted warmly with the officers waving and smiling in return. Doug McIntyre, Oc Register, 22 June 2025 As the evening drew to a close, Laila warmly thanked those who had gathered to share and listen to her son’s writing, and to continue calling for his release. Margaret Busby june 20, Literary Hub, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for warmly

Word History

First Known Use

1529, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of warmly was in 1529

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“Warmly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/warmly. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.

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