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   Lord·ly

   /ˈlôrdlē/

   

   adjective

   • 1. of, characteristic of, or suitable for a lord: "lordly titles" Similar noblearistocraticprincelykinglyregalroyalimperialcourtlystatelymagnificentmajesticgrandaugustloftyexalteddignifiedimposingimpressiveOpposite lowly

   Word Origin Old Englishhlāfordlic (see lord, -ly1).

   Derivatives

   • 1. lordliness noun

   Scrabble Points: 10

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   The meaning of LORDLY is of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a lord : dignified. How to use lordly in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Lordly.

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   LORDLY definition: 1. used to decribe someone who behaves as if they are better than other people: 2. used to decribe…. Learn more.

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   Lordly definition: suitable for a lord, as trappings or ceremonies; grand or magnificent.. See examples of LORDLY used in a sentence.

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   LORDLY meaning: 1. used to decribe someone who behaves as if they are better than other people: 2. used to decribe…. Learn more.

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   There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the word lordly. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

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   adjective. having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy. “his lordly manners were offensive”. synonyms: disdainful, haughty, imperious, lofty, overbearing, prideful, sniffy, supercilious, swaggering. proud.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishLORDLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   lordly. (lɔːʳdli ) 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] If you say that someone's behaviour is lordly, you are critical of them because they treat other people in a proud and arrogant way. [disapproval] ...their usual lordly indifference to patients. ...the lordly elder brother.