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frivolously

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial frivolously has 1 sense
  1. frivolously - in a frivolous manner; "she spends her time frivolously enjoying the easy life of a rich and spoiled girl"
    Derived from adjective
    frivolous1

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Frivolously

Description

Frivolously is an adverb that describes an action done in a lighthearted, carefree, or thoughtless manner. It implies a lack of seriousness or importance.

Senses and Usages

  1. Sense: Acting without serious purpose or consideration.
    • Usage: She spent her inheritance frivolously, buying designer clothes and extravagant vacations.
    • Usage: The students giggled frivolously during the serious lecture.
  2. Sense: Treating something serious or substantial as unimportant.
    • Usage: He confronted the societal issue frivolously, making jokes instead of addressing the underlying problems.
    • Usage: The politician dismissed the concerns frivolously, claiming they were irrelevant to the country's progress.

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