How Do You Spell SLIGHTINGLY?

Pronunciation: [slˈa͡ɪtɪŋlɪ] (IPA)

The word "slightingly" is spelled with the phonetic sounds /ˈslaɪtɪŋli/. The "sl-" sound represents the "s" sound and the "l" sound, and is followed by the "ai" diphthong that sounds like "eye". The "t" sound is pronounced in the middle, followed by the "ɪŋ" sound that represents the "-ing" suffix, and ending with the soft "li" sound. "Slightingly" means to insult or belittle someone, and is commonly used in conversations or situations where someone feels slighted or disrespected.

SLIGHTINGLY Meaning and Definition

1. Slightingly, as an adverb, is defined as an action or statement that is intended to convey a lack of respect, value, or importance towards someone or something. It refers to the act of treating someone or something with contempt, disdain, or disregard. When someone behaves slightingly, they may choose to ignore, belittle, or dismiss another person's feelings, opinions, or achievements.

   This adverb derives from the adjective "slight", which means to treat someone or something with indifference, disregard, or disrespect. It emphasizes the attitude of superiority or condescension that the person exhibiting such behavior may hold towards others. Slightingly can be used to describe gestures, words, or attitudes that are meant to criticize, insult, or devalue someone or something.

   The use of slightingly language or tone suggests a lack of consideration or empathy towards others. It can be seen as an act of arrogance, insensitivity, or even hostility. It is important to note that being treated slightingly can have negative psychological effects on the recipient, causing feelings of humiliation, self-doubt, or anger.

   Overall, slightingly describes behavior that intentionally undermines, disrespects, or ignores someone or something, often with the aim of asserting one's own superiority or diminishing the worth or value of others.

2. With neglect; without respect.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SLIGHTINGLY

• alightingly
• zlightingly
• xlightingly
• dlightingly
• elightingly
• wlightingly
• skightingly
• spightingly
• soightingly
• slughtingly
• sljghtingly
• slkghtingly
• sloghtingly
• sl9ghtingly
• sl8ghtingly
• slifhtingly
• slivhtingly
• slibhtingly
• slihhtingly

Etymology of SLIGHTINGLY

The word "slightingly" is formed by adding the suffix "-ly" to the root word "slighting".

The term "slighting" comes from the verb "slight", which traces back to the Old English word "slīhtan", meaning "to make smooth, stroke, or rub gently". Over time, the meaning evolved to include "to treat with indifference, disregard, or disrespect". In its adverbial form, "slightingly" is used to describe actions or speech that demonstrate contempt, disrespect, or a lack of regard for someone or something.

Similar spelling words for SLIGHTINGLY

• slightly,
• slighting,
• Solidungula,
• slidingly,
• solid angle,
• slightest.