warmly

adverb

warm·​ly ˈwȯrm-lē How to pronounce warmly (audio)
Synonyms of warmlynext
1
: in a manner characterized or accompanied by warmth of emotion
greeted us warmly
2
: in a manner that causes or maintains warmth
dressed warmly

Examples of warmly in a Sentence

The new official was warmly applauded. It's cold out, so be sure to dress warmly.
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This riverboat line warmly welcomes singles, with crew specially trained to ensure these travelers always feel included. Janice Wald Henderson, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026 Those comments will have been warmly welcomed back in Europe by Barcelona’s hierarchy, who will consider his words public confirmation that a player hugely admired by club president Joan Laporta wants to join them. Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 23 June 2026 Vanilla is the rare fragrance that most people respond to warmly, regardless of age or background. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 June 2026 Residents greeted them warmly while dozens of reporters and photographers fell over themselves to document the journey, scrambling for a shot or a quote. Joshua Hunt, Vanity Fair, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for warmly

Word History

First Known Use

1529, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of warmly was in 1529

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“Warmly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/warmly. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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