NYT Dictionary
TELLINGLY
/ˈtɛlɪŋliː/AdverbTELL-ing-lytell|ing|ly · 3 syllablesCollege
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
In a telling manner.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
Etymology tree English telling Middle English -ly English -ly English tellingly From telling + -ly.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram: