Meaning
1 sensesIn the manner of a royal prince's conduct.
Examples
1 sentencesThe Holy Roman Empire was a confederation of princely states in Germany.
Origin
From prince + -ly (adverbial suffix).From prince + -ly (adverbial suffix).
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Forms
more princely, most princely| Comparative | more princely Lesson |
|---|---|
| Superlative | most princely |
regular
Synonyms
1 synonymsLessons for this word
2 lessons- A2Comparatives — Because it has a comparative form
- A2Adverbs of manner — Because it is an -ly adverb