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Nightly Definition & Meaning

nightly
adverb
  1. at the end of each day; "she checks on her roses nightly"
adjective
  1. happening every night; "nightly television now goes on until
  2. 00 or
  3. 00 a.m."

"Nightly" in song lyrics

See how nightly is used in real songs:

  • "I used to argue with her daily and nightly"
    Aceyalone — Bounce
  • "My Daily operation for the cash on the nightly"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Frontline
  • "I handle ya' flocks on the nightly"
    Culture VI — Power of the Excellence

Usage tips for "nightly"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nightly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nightly to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does nightly mean?
at the end of each day; "she checks on her roses nightly" happening every night; "nightly television now goes on until 3:00 or 4:00 a.m."
What part of speech is nightly?
Nightly is an adverb and an adjective.
How many definitions does nightly have?
Nightly has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).

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