riley

¹

[rahy-lee]

adjective

Chiefly Northern and North Midland U.S.

1. turbid; roily.

2. angry; vexed.

Riley

²

[rahy-lee]

noun

1. James Whitcomb 1849–1916, U.S. poet.

2. life of. life of Riley.

Riley

¹

/ ˈraɪlɪ /

noun

1. Bridget ( Louise ). born 1931, English painter, best known for her black-and-white op art paintings of the 1960s

2. Gina . born 1961, Australian television actress and writer, best known for playing 'Kim' in the comedy series Kath & Kim (2002–07)

Riley

²

/ ˈraɪlɪ /

noun

1. a luxurious and carefree existence

Word History and Origins

Origin of riley¹

An Americanism dating back to 1795–1805; rile + -y ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of riley¹

C20: origin unknown

Idioms and Phrases

see life of riley.

Example Sentences

Angel City veteran and New Zealand World Cup standout Ali Riley is retiring with gratitude for her success and optimism about her future.

From Los Angeles Times

You guys are being too tough on Lincoln Riley.

From Los Angeles Times

Two days later, when asked about the state of his secondary, Riley took a more encouraging tone.

From Los Angeles Times

“Confidence, you can’t fake that,” Riley said.

From Los Angeles Times

Ramsey should return next week, but Riley said this week that communication on defense has been a primary focus for USC.

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