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flatly | flaily |

As an adverb flatly

is in a definite manner; in a manner showing complete certainty.

As an adjective flaily is

(obsolete) acting like a flail.

flatly

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In a definite manner; in a manner showing complete certainty.
    • It was an accusation that he flatly denied.
  • In a manner that shows no emotion
    • He replied flatly to the policeman's questions.

    Usage notes

    * In sense 1. the collocation is nearly always with a negative idea. To flatly deny''. To ''flatly refuse''. To ''flatly contradict . And so on, similarly.

    flaily

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • (obsolete) Acting like a flail.
    • (Vicars)
    (Webster 1913)