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Duncely

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

Like, characteristic of, or pertaining to a dunce or dunces..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Like, characteristic of, or pertaining to a dunce or dunces.
  2. In the manner of a dunce; as a dunce; in the way of scholastic philosophy.

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More widely, Pope caricatures in these chaotic manoeuvres aspects of duncely writing which contravene the rules of nature: [...]

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What does duncely mean?

Duncely means Like, characteristic of, or pertaining to a dunce or dunces..

What is a synonym for duncely?

Common synonyms include duncish, duncelike.

What is the opposite of duncely?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use duncely in a sentence?

More widely, Pope caricatures in these chaotic manoeuvres aspects of duncely writing which contravene the rules of nature: [...]

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