archly

UK
/ˈɑːtʃli/
US
/ˈɑrtʃli/
archlyadverb
UK
/ˈɑːtʃli/
US
/ˈɑrtʃli/
Translations
narquoisementSoutenu ; indique une nuance d’ironie, de condescendance ou de supériorité.
He archly suggested that the entire exercise was beneath his talents.
Il le suggéra narquoisement, comme si toute l’affaire était indigne de son talent.
She archly raised an eyebrow, hinting that she knew more than she was letting on.
Elle leva malicieusement un sourcil, laissant entendre qu’elle en savait plus qu’elle ne le disait.
Definitions
In a playful, teasing, or mischievous manner.
She archly raised an eyebrow, hinting that she knew more than she was letting on.
In an affectedly superior, knowing, or ironic manner.
He archly suggested that the entire exercise was beneath his talents.