Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
phonily
Adverb
/ˈfoʊ.nɪ.li/
Definition
In a manner that is not sincere; feigning or pretending.
Examples
- She smiled phonily at him, hiding her true feelings.
- He delivered his apology phonily, making it clear he didn’t genuinely mean it.
Meaning
The term ‘phonily’ describes behavior or actions that are insincere or false, often characterized by a lack of genuineness.
Synonyms
- Insincerely
- Falsely
- Feignedly
- Untruthfully
