spiffily
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8.3
- adverb
- /ˈspɪfɪli/
- Informal
- She always accessorizes spiffily, adding flair to even the simplest outfits.
Examples
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The true dazzle here is provided by the musical numbers, which, as spiffily choreographed by Aakomon Jones, really sizzle.
Blog text (2) -
The restaurant's interior was spiffily decorated, making it a popular spot for events.
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I was dressed more spiffily this morning with tan cotton pants and a striped oxford shirt.
Fiction book (1997) -
He arrived at the party spiffily dressed in a tailored suit and shiny shoes.
Synonyms
13
2.9
In a stylish way that follows what is popular now
10
3.9
In a way that looks elegant and not showy in clothes or rooms
4
3.5
In a fashionable and elegant way
3
3.5
In a neat, stylish way especially about clothes
3
2.3
In a way that looks nice
1
7.0
In a stylish, confident way that makes someone look attractive
1
7.3
In a neat, stylish way
1
3.7
In a very attractive and exciting way
1
8.2
Looking confident and slightly playful in a stylish way
1
5.0
In a stylish and elegant way
1
4.1
Quickly in a stylish, lively way
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4.9
In a stylish way that looks modern and elegant
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6.0
In a neat, stylish way, especially in how someone dresses
Antonyms
Idioms
How Stylish
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Spiffily comes from the simple word spiffy, which comes from spiff meaning 'to make neat' and 'smart'. A helpful way to remember it is to think of someone who 'spiffs up' their clothes to look sharp, so spiffily means 'in a smart, fashionable way'.