1. In a manner that is not genuine, authentic, or sincere; in a fake or fraudulent way
He phonily apologized for his mistakes without really meaning it.
Ele pediu desculpas de forma falsa pelos seus erros sem realmente significar isso.
2. In a contrived or artificial manner; without natural quality
She smiled phonily at the camera during the interview.
Ela sorriu de maneira fingida para a câmera durante a entrevista.