childishly

[ˈtʃaɪldɪʃli]

childishly Definition

in a way that is typical of or suitable for a child, especially in a way that shows a lack of maturity or seriousness.

Using childishly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "childishly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He behaved childishly when he didn't get his way.

  • Example

    She giggled childishly at the silly joke.

  • Example

    The argument ended with both parties acting childishly.

childishly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for childishly

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Summary: childishly in Brief

The adverb 'childishly' [ˈtʃaɪldɪʃli] describes behavior that is typical of or suitable for a child, often indicating a lack of maturity or seriousness. Examples include 'He behaved childishly when he didn't get his way.' and 'The argument ended with both parties acting childishly.' Synonyms include 'immaturely,' 'naively,' and 'foolishly.'