cleverly
Translation
cleverly, intelligently, skilfully, ingeniously
Examples
She cleverly solved the difficult puzzle.
She cleverly solved the difficult puzzle.
The device was cleverly designed.
The device was cleverly designed.
Grammar Patterns
cleverly ((verb)) in an intelligent, original, or skilful way She cleverly solved the puzzle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intelligently, smartly, ingeniously; Antonyms: stupidly, foolishly
Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'clever' and the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
This word describes an action done 'in a clever way'. If you know 'clever', just add '-ly'.