dumbly

/ˈdʌmli/
adverb
  1. In a way that shows an inability or refusal to speak, especially due to shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
    • The child stood dumbly in the corner, too scared to explain what happened.
    • He nodded dumbly, his mind still reeling from the news.
    • She stared dumbly at the broken vase, unable to say a word.
  2. In a way that shows a lack of intelligence or understanding; stupidly.
    • He dumbly repeated the same mistake, not learning from his error.
    • She dumbly followed the wrong instructions without questioning them.
    • They dumbly accepted the unfair deal, not realizing they were being cheated.
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