Couthly

/ˈkaʊθli/ adverb

Definition

In a couth or refined manner; sophisticatedly and politely.

Etymology

Formed from 'couth' with the adverb suffix '-ly,' though rarely used since 'couth' itself is somewhat facetious and informal.

Kelly Says

Couthly exists as a word but almost nobody uses it—it's like you can feel the humor built into it, making people instinctively avoid it in serious contexts.

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