Cleanly
7 lettersadverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
In a smooth, precise manner, without mess, difficulty, or unnecessary complication.
“The surgeon cut cleanly through the tissue with a single decisive stroke of the scalpel.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈklɛnli/
Syllables
clean·ly
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Word Game Tips
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Wordle
Ends with the -LY adverb suffix and contains two L's, Y in the final position is the key tile
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Scrabble
Scores 12 points with Y worth 4 points, the double L and Y make this a good end-game play
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