Definition

Adverb: In a smartly neat, trim, or stylish manner.

Usage

The adverb "nattily" describes the way an action is performed, specifically with a neat, tidy, and fashionable appearance. It is used to modify verbs that relate to dressing, grooming, or presenting oneself.

Examples

• He was nattily dressed in a three-piece suit and bow tie.
• The old gentleman tipped his hat nattily as he passed by.
• She arranged the documents nattily on the conference table.

Advanced Usage

• "nattily attired": A common collocation meaning dressed in a very smart and tidy way.
  • The wedding guests were all nattily attired.

Variants and Related Words

• Natty (adjective): Smartly neat and tidy in appearance.
  • He has a natty sense of style.

Synonyms

• Smartly
• Neatly
• Sprucely
• Dapperly
• Trimly

Adverb

1. in a natty manner; with smartness
   • it was arranged carefully and nattily