mellowly
- adverb
- /ˈmɛloʊli/
:
suavemente
- Her voice drifted mellowly through the quiet room, comforting everyone present.
Examples
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He mellowly responded to criticism, showing admirable restraint.
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The jazz music played mellowly in the background as we talked.
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She spoke mellowly to soothe the anxious child.
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He plays mellowly at the cafe.
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She spoke mellowly, soothing the anxious child in her arms.
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The music played mellowly, creating a relaxing atmosphere in the room.
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He answered the question mellowly, with a calm tone that eased the tension.
Synonyms
517
1.0
In a quiet way that makes little or no noise
372
1.0
To do something with little force to avoid hurting or making noise
110
1.0
In a calm, steady way without showing anger or nervousness
95
1.0
In a gentle, light way using little force
44
3.7
Gently and carefully to avoid hurting people or breaking things
7
3.9
In a calm, peaceful way without worry
4
3.0
In a way that makes someone feel calm and safe
3
5.8
In a kind and gentle way that does no harm
3
5.2
To act calmly and peacefully without showing excitement
1
3.6
To do something in a slow, calm way without hurry
1
5.5
In a calm, slow, and dignified way
1
4.4
A person speaks or acts calmly and steadily without showing strong feeling
1
4.8
In a calm and peaceful way
1
4.9
In a pleasant, musical way that sounds beautiful
1
2.5
In a calm, peaceful way that helps you rest
1
9.9
In a relaxed way without worry
In a smooth, sweet voice that sounds pleasant
In a gentle way that makes someone feel less afraid or worried
To act in a calm, comfortable, unhurried way
Calmly and with control of your feelings
To act calmly without showing fear
Antonyms
How Mellow
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word mellowly comes from mellow, which first described fruit becoming 'ripe' and soft, and the ending -ly makes it describe how something is done. So, to act mellowly is to do something gently, calmly, or in a smooth, pleasant way.