rotely en · ADV
Etymology
Etymology tree English rote Middle English -ly English -ly English rotely From rote + -ly.
Meanings
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By rote, in rote fashion; machine-like.
She kisses him to make him stop talking, and after that sex unfolds rotely. It is all she can do not to roll her eyes.
2024, Vajra Chandrasekera, Rakesfall, Solaris (2025), page 99:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most rotely | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more rotely | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |