Dumbly

Pronunciation: /ˈdəmli/

Dumbly (adv)

  1. In a way that shows you cannot speak or think clearly, often because you are shocked, confused, or nervous.
  2. With no words, in a quiet manner, especially when someone is unable or unwilling to answer.

Dumbly (adverb)

Examples

  • She walked dumbly through the quiet hallway.
  • He nodded dumbly, then waited for the next instruction.