Definition of "stiltedly" [stiltedly]

• Stiffly, or in an unnatural manner (adverb)

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• "He shook my hand somewhat stiltedly, as if he was uncomfortable touching people."
• "The US court documents also lays bare the stiltedly textbook spycraft used by the Russians to identify their own side."
• "Her voice sounded different than usual, Doug noticed, more rhythmic, less natural, and there was something about her words that seemed stiltedly formal, which did not ring true."