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PLAINLY

(adverb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Plainly.

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US

Plainly - as an adverb

Unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')

Example: "The answer is obviously wrong"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apparentlyevidentlymanifestlyobviouslypatentlyplain

In a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment

Example: "She was dressed plainly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
simply

Example Sentences

"He spoke plainly at the meeting, without any hesitation."
"The instructions were written plainly, so everyone could understand."
"She was plainly dressed in a simple black skirt and white blouse."
"The problem was plainly evident for everyone to see."
"The facts were laid out plainly and concisely in the report."
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Word Game Points

Is PLAINLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plainly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PLAINLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is PLAINLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plainly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLAINLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PLAINLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, plainly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLAINLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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