coolly

Meanings

• adverb

  Expressing a sense of calmness, composure, or indifference.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkuːli/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with coolly
mooly , pooly , fooly , dooly

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Variants

List of all variants of coolly that leads to same result
cool , cooler , coolest , coolish , coolly , coolness , coolnesses , cooly

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Etymology

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From old English 'cunlige', meaning 'skilled' or 'clever'. The modern meaning developed in the late 15th century.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'cool' is derived from 'coolly'. 'Cool' came to mean 'fashionable' or 'hip' in the 1940s and 1950s. However, it's important to note that 'coolly' and 'cool' have distinct meanings.

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Related Concepts

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1. composure: A state of calmness and self-control, especially in a difficult situation.

2. indifference: Lack of interest or concern, often used in a negative context.

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Culture

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In literature, 'coolly' has been used to describe the demeanor of characters in various genres, including crime novels and thrillers. For instance, in 'The Thin Man' by Dashiell Hammett, the character Nora Charles is described as 'coolly' observing a crime scene.

How to Memorize "coolly"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a calm, collected person. Picture them in a stressful situation and observe how they react. Mentally repeat the word 'coolly' as you visualize this scene.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'coolly' with calmness, composure, or indifference. Think of a person who embodies these qualities and use them as a mental anchor when trying to remember the definition.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'coolly' with the phrase 'Calmly Observing Unruly Loud People Yield'. This phrase can help you remember the definition of the word.

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