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light-handedly

/ˌlaɪtˈhæn.dɪd.li/

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adverb

/ˌlaɪtˈhæn.dɪd.li/C2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее «легко, деликатно, с минимальным усилием». Часто используется для описания действий, выполненных с тонкостью или без излишней настойчивости, например, в управлении, критике или художественном подходе.

An adverb meaning "in a light-handed manner" — with gentleness, delicacy, or minimal force. It is often used to describe actions performed with subtlety or without heavy-handedness, such as in management, criticism, or artistic touch.

  1. In a light-handed mannerC1formal

    Done with a gentle, subtle, or delicate touch; not heavy-handed or forceful.

    ruЛегко

    • She handled the sensitive topic light-handedly, avoiding offense.
    • The manager light-handedly guided the team through the changes.
    • He light-handedly adjusted the controls to avoid overcorrecting.

    Synonymscarefullydeftlydelicatelygentlygingerlylightlysensitivelysubtlytactfullytenderly

    Antonymsclumsilyforcefullyroughly

Forms
  • more light-handedly comparative form
  • most light-handedly superlative form
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