winningly

adverb

Definition of winninglynext
as in deliciously
in a pleasing way won the debate with incisive yet winningly witty responses

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for winningly
  1. well
  2. great
  3. finely
  4. beautifully
Adverb
  • Allen had a better OPS than all but Henry Aaron, who was one point better: .941 for Aaron, .940 for Allen.
    Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The years of delay are increasing worries about how well the historic brownstones, built in 1855, can withstand the wait.
    Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of well
Adverb
  • The former Green Bay Packers great spoke with TMZ Sports about his health and the benefit of having been diagnosed in the very early stages of the disease.
    Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Plus, since the shades of green in the Agatha and Colette are the same, the sets look great mixed and matched.
    Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of great
Adverb
  • In the lush landscapes of Vicenza, known as the City of Gold, one name has been synonymous with luxurious, innovative, and finely crafted jewelry: Roberto Coin.
    Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
  • My systems are finely tuned, my heart rate is slightly raised, and my senses are on high alert.
    RM Clark, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of finely
Adverb
  • This drama is so beautifully stylized that even the blood splattered on characters’ faces looks like a glossy decoration.
    Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • For best results, use sturdy 40-pound watercolor paper to ensure the lanterns hold up beautifully.
    Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of beautifully
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Thesaurus Entries Near winningly

winning (back)

winningly

winning (over)

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