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Word: Thusly

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: "Thusly" means "in this way" or "like this." It is used to indicate that something is being done in a particular manner. However, it's important to note that "thusly" is considered a nonstandard variant, which means that many people think it is not correct to use it.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "thusly" when you want to explain how something is done.
• Be aware that "thusly" is often viewed as overly formal or pretentious. In everyday conversation or writing, it's usually better to use "thus."

Example:

• "To assemble the model, you must hold the brush so and set up the pieces thusly." (This means to hold the brush and set up the pieces in the way described.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Thusly" can sometimes be used in a humorous or sarcastic context to mimic overly formal speech.
• Example: "He explained his complicated plan thusly: 'First, we shall procure the necessary materials...'" (This mimics an exaggerated formal explanation.)

Word Variants:

• Thus: This is the standard form and is widely accepted. It means the same thing as "thusly."
• Thusness: A more abstract term referring to the quality of being as described.

Different Meanings:

• "Thus" can also mean "therefore" in some contexts, indicating a conclusion. For example: "It was raining; thus, the game was canceled."

Synonyms:

• In this context, synonyms for "thusly" include:
  • "In this way"
  • "In such a manner"
  • "So"

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• While there are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "thusly," the phrase "to put it thus" can be used to indicate that you are summarizing or clarifying a point in a specific way.

Conclusion:

While "thusly" can be used to mean "in this way," it's more common and accepted to use "thus" or "in this way" instead.

Academic

Adverb

1. in the way indicated; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant)
   • hold the brush so
   • set up the pieces thus

Synonyms

• thus
• so