Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In the sixth place; as the sixth point or item in a sequence: Used to introduce the sixth item in a list or series of points, arguments, or reasons.

Usage

• Sequential Listing: "Sixthly" is a formal transitional adverb used to structure discourse by enumerating points. It is typically found in academic, legal, or formal written contexts where precise ordering is important. It follows "firstly," "secondly," "thirdly," "fourthly," and "fifthly."

Examples

• Adverb:
  • The report outlined several recommendations: firstly, to increase funding; secondly, to hire new staff... and sixthly, to review all existing policies.
  • Sixthly, and perhaps most importantly, we must consider the long-term environmental impact.
  • He argued his case on multiple grounds. Sixthly, he pointed to the precedent set in 1992.

Advanced Usage

• Stylistic Note: While "sixthly" is grammatically correct, modern style guides often recommend using simpler enumerators like "sixth" or just the numeral "6." in lists, especially in less formal writing. The "-ly" form can sometimes sound overly formal or archaic.
  • Formal/Archaic: "Firstly... sixthly, I conclude..."
  • Modern Alternative: "First... Sixth, I conclude..."

Variants and Related Words

• Sixth (adj., n.): Constituting number six in a sequence; one of six equal parts.
  • This is the sixth edition of the book.
  • She inherited a sixth of the estate.
• Six (n., adj.): The cardinal number equivalent to the sum of five and one.

Synonyms

• In the sixth place: A direct paraphrase.
• Sixth: Can often be used interchangeably as a simpler enumerator (e.g., "Sixth, we have the issue of cost.").

Related Phrases

• Last but not least: An idiomatic phrase sometimes used to introduce a final, important point, which could conceptually follow a point introduced by "sixthly" in a longer list.
  • Fifthly, we need better marketing. Sixthly, we must improve quality. And last but not least, we require stronger leadership.

Adverb

1. in the sixth place
   • sixthly, we cannot afford a vacation