he sat mutely next to her
Useful english dictionary. 2012.
Mutely — Mute ly, adv. Without uttering words or sounds; in a mute manner; silently. [1913 Webster] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
mutely — (adv.) 1620s, from MUTE (Cf. mute) (adj.) + LY (Cf. ly) (2) … Etymology dictionary
mutely — adv. Mutely is used with these verbs: ↑nod … Collocations dictionary
mutely — mute ► ADJECTIVE 1) refraining from speech or temporarily speechless. 2) dated lacking the power of speech. 3) (of a letter) not pronounced. ► NOUN 1) dated a person without the power of speech. 2) historical a professional attendant or mourner… … English terms dictionary
mutely — adverb see mute I … New Collegiate Dictionary
mutely — See mute. * * * … Universalium
mutely — adverb In a mute manner … Wiktionary
mutely — mjuËtlɪ adv. without noise, quietly, silently, soundlessly … English contemporary dictionary
mutely — mute·ly … English syllables
mutely — See: mute … English dictionary
