Is susly a standard English word?

No. It is informal and nonstandard, so many readers may see it as a mistake.

What should I use instead of susly?

Use **suspiciously** in most situations. It is the correct standard adverb.

Can I use susly in IELTS writing?

No. Use standard English words in IELTS writing, such as **suspiciously** or **distrustfully**.

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susly

/ˈsʌs.li/

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adverb

In a suspicious way; with doubt or distrust. This is not a standard dictionary word in normal English, so many native speakers may not understand it.

He looked at me susly.
She answered susly and avoided eye contact.

Adinary Nuance

If you want the standard English word, use suspiciously. Susly is an informal, nonstandard spelling or slang-like form, so it can sound incorrect in academic, business, or formal writing. Compared with suspiciously, it feels much less accepted and may confuse readers.

In other languages

Vietnamese: đáng ngờ
Spanish: sospechosamente
Chinese: 可疑地
Japanese: 疑わしく
Korean: 의심스럽게

Etymology

This looks like an informal form built from 'suspicious' or 'suspiciously', with the ending shortened in speech or online writing. It is not a standard established English word.

Common phrases

look suslytalk susly

Synonyms

suspiciously distrustfully warily

Related words

sus suspicious doubtfully shady

Frequently asked questions

Is susly a standard English word?: No. It is informal and nonstandard, so many readers may see it as a mistake.
What should I use instead of susly?: Use **suspiciously** in most situations. It is the correct standard adverb.
Can I use susly in IELTS writing?: No. Use standard English words in IELTS writing, such as **suspiciously** or **distrustfully**.