ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Courtlily

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Courtlily is an adverb meaning In a manner befitting of a royal court; in a courtly manner.

Meaning

In a manner befitting of a royal court; in a courtly manner.

Example Sentences

[…] he motioned courtlily that she should enter.
[…] Captain Travis was courtlily gracious, and in civil terms enough welcomed his unwelcome visiter [sic].

Synonyms for courtlily

Depending on context, synonyms include courtly.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include courtly, regally, decorously, ducally, royally, princelily.

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