warmly

/ˈwɔːmli/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈwɔːrmli/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈwȯrm-lē/ (ame, mw)

warmly — adverb

1. Worn, wrapped, or positioned so that a comfortable level of heat is maintained,

1.副詞B1
釋義

Worn, wrapped, or positioned so that a comfortable level of heat is maintained, especially against cold weather.

例句

Children were warmly dressed in thick coats and woolly hats before heading out to play.

collocation: warmly dressed + specific clothing items

Amira wrapped the newborn warmly in a soft cotton blanket after the evening bath.

同義詞
  • snugly

    Emphasizes a close, comfortable fit rather than temperature

  • cozily

    Focuses on a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere rather than heat

反義詞
  • thinly

    Describes having too few layers to stay warm

文法句型

warmly + past participle (describing clothing or covering)

用法筆記

Commonly modifies verbs related to dressing, wrapping, or providing heat. Typical collocations include 'warmly dressed', 'warmly wrapped', and 'warmly heated'.

常見錯誤

❌She dressed warm for the winter trip.
✅She dressed warmly for the winter trip.
💡When describing how someone puts on clothes, use the adverb 'warmly' rather than the adjective 'warm'.

2. With genuine friendliness, strong approval, or heartfelt affection in your behav

2.副詞B1
釋義

With genuine friendliness, strong approval, or heartfelt affection in your behavior, tone, or expressions toward someone.

例句

The audience warmly applauded the young pianist after her stunning performance.

Christopher's colleagues warmly welcomed him back after his long hospital stay.

collocation: warmly welcomed back

同義詞
  • cordially

    More formal and polite, often used in written invitations

  • heartily

    Emphasizes energetic enthusiasm and sincerity

  • enthusiastically

    Focuses on eagerness and excited approval

  • affectionately

    Emphasizes personal love or fondness between close people

反義詞
  • coldly

    The direct opposite — without friendliness or warmth

  • icily

    Suggests hostility expressed through a deliberately cold manner

文法句型

warmly + past participle (passive)

warmly + past tense verb

用法筆記

Frequently used in passive constructions ('was warmly received', 'were warmly welcomed'). Common verbs it modifies include 'welcome', 'greet', 'receive', 'applaud', 'thank', 'smile', and 'embrace'.

常見錯誤

❌She warmly said hello to her new neighbor.
✅She warmly greeted her new neighbor.
💡'Warmly' pairs naturally with 'greet', 'welcome', and 'receive' but sounds awkward with 'say hello'.