in a calm or peaceful manner; tranquilly: The mural brings to life a world where mammoths still embark on ancient migrations, where giant ground sloths browse placidly, where saber-toothed tigers stalk their prey.
in a way that shows a lack of energy or concern:After playing fairly placidly in the first quarter and ending down three goals, the girls entered the second quarter with stronger, more dynamic play.
Origin of placidly
placid + -ly
OTHER WORDS FROM placidly
un·plac·id·ly,adverb
Words nearby placidly
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She placidly tells people she is dreaming until her frantic father finds her again and loses his temper.
Diagnosing Jane, Louis C.K.’s Troubled Daughter on ‘Louie’ Who Can’t Separate Dreams From Reality|Russell Saunders|May 15, 2014|DAILY BEAST
He was a man of quick temper, and perhaps he would not have taken it so placidly as I did.
The Prisoner of Zenda|Anthony Hope
Two stout old Germans were enjoying their pipes and placidly listening to the strains of the summer-garden orchestra.
Among the Humorists and After Dinner Speakers, Vol. I|Various
The Rector was talking about the weather, letting his yellowish eyes wander sleepily and placidly over the sea and down the coast.
Mayflower (Flor de mayo)|Vicente Blasco Ibez
“The lady has some jade of mine,” returned Ling Foo, placidly.
The Pagan Madonna|Harold MacGrath
Von Scheurer watched him placidly for a few moments; then with a short laugh he advanced the test.
Short Stories of the New America|Various
Words related to placidly
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