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PLACIDLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a placid and good-natured manner

Example:

I put the questions, and she answered them placidly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

placid (not easily irritated)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In a quiet and tranquil manner

Example:

the sea now shimmered placidly before our eyes

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

placid ((of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves)

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