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thinly vs thin

thin vs thinly

thinly is not an adjective while thin is an adjective.

thinly is not a verb while thin is a verb.

thinly and thin both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
thinly No No No Yes
thin No Yes Yes Yes
As adverbs, thinly and thin are synonyms defined as:
  • thinly and thin: without viscosity
thinly (adjective) thin (adjective)
of relatively small extent from one surface to the opposite or in cross section
relatively thin in consistency or low in density; not viscous
lacking excess flesh
(of sound) lacking resonance or volume
not dense
very narrow
lacking spirit or sincere effort
lacking substance or significance
thinly (verb) thin (verb)
take off weight
lose thickness; become thin or thinner
make thin or thinner
lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture
thinly (adverb) thin (adverb)
without viscosity without viscosity
in a small quantity or extent
in a widely distributed manner
without force or sincere effort
Difference between thinly and thin

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