Lightly and Modestly

Lightly

Lightly adverb - Without difficulty.

Modestly and lightly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Modestly" instead an adverb "Lightly".

Modestly

Modestly adverb - In a manner showing no signs of pride or self-assertion.

Lightly and modestly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lightly" instead an adverb "Modestly".

Nearby Words: moderate, modest, modesty, moderately
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