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ARTLESSLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In an ingenuous manner

Example:

she answered the judge's questions artlessly

Synonyms:

artlessly; ingenuously

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

artless (characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In a crude and unskilled manner

Example:

an inexpertly constructed lean-to

Synonyms:

artlessly; crudely; inexpertly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

artless (showing lack of art)

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