huffingly
Meanings
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adverb
expressing annoyance or frustration with a puffing or blowing sound
Rhymes
Words rhyming with huffinglypuffingly , rufflingly , uffishly
Variants
List of all variants of huffingly that leads to same resulthuff , huffed , huffing , huffs
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'to breathe heavily or puff out one's cheeks in anger or contempt'. Derived from the Old English word 'hufian' which means 'to breathe' and the suffix 'ingly' which indicates a continuous action.
Trivia
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The word 'huffingly' first appeared in print in the English language in the late 15th century.
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The sound of 'huffing and puffing' is often used in cartoons and animated films to indicate frustration or exertion.
Related Concepts
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frustration: A state of feeling upset or annoyed, often due to obstacles that prevent the achievement of goals.
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annoyance: A feeling of irritation or displeasure caused by someone or something.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'huffingly' is often used to convey a sense of irritation or anger, such as when a character storms off or expresses frustration. It can also be used to add emphasis or drama to a scene.
How to Memorize "huffingly"
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visualize
- Imagine someone blowing out their cheeks in frustration and repeating the word 'huffingly'.
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associate
- Associate the word 'huffingly' with the sound of someone puffing out their cheeks and expressing frustration.
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mnemonics
- Create a mental image of a huffing and puffing character from a fairy tale, such as the Big Bad Wolf, to help remember the word.
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