Pronunciation: [mjˈuːtli] (IPA) 
The word "mutely" has an interesting spelling. It consists of five letters and is spelled as /ˈmjutli/. The first letter "m" is pronounced as in "man", the "u" sound is pronounced as in "put", the "t" sound is pronounced as in "top". The "e" following "t" is silent, and finally, the last letter "y" is pronounced as in "fly". The word "mutely" is an adverb that means silently or without speaking.
The word "mutely" is an adverb that describes a manner or action performed without speaking or making any sound. It suggests a state of silence, where communication or expression occurs through non-verbal means. It implies a lack of spoken words, but not necessarily a lack of communication altogether.
In the context of human interactions, "mutely" can refer to someone staying silent in a conversation, either out of choice or incompetence, without vocalizing their thoughts or feelings. It can also describe someone conveying messages, opinions, or emotions through facial expressions, gestures, or body language instead of verbalizing them.
Outside of human behavior, "mutely" can be used to describe objects, animals, or natural phenomena that provoke no sound. For instance, a painting can be said to hang "mutely" on a wall, a river can flow "mutely" through a serene landscape, or a pet can stare "mutely" at its owner.
"Mutely" suggests a certain level of quietness or stillness, emphasizing the absence of audible vocalization. It conveys a sense of non-verbal communication or silent presence that can often be subtle, expressive, or poignant while preserving a state of tranquility.
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The word "mutely" is derived from the root word "mute", which comes from the Latin word "mutus" meaning "silent" or "dumb". The suffix "-ly" is added to "mute" to form an adverb, denoting an action done in a mute or silent manner. Hence, "mutely" means to communicate or express oneself silently or without speaking.
