The suffix —ly means “in a certain way”.
100 English words ending in ly, grouped by length. Common examples: subsequently, consequently, conversely. Click any word to see its definition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What words end with ly?
Common words ending in "ly" include subsequently, consequently, conversely, fervently, comely. This list contains 100 words total.
What does the suffix ly mean?
The suffix "ly" means "in a certain way". Adding it to a base word changes its part of speech or meaning.
How many words end in ly?
This list contains 100 English words ending in "ly", from sly words to longer ones.
Are these words valid in Scrabble or crosswords?
All words in this list are standard English vocabulary. For Scrabble tournaments, verify against the official TWL or SOWPODS word list.