Augustly
adv ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 In an august or awe-inspiring manner.
"For surely, sir, you will not assert, that a duty can be binding which is not founded on reason? If, indeed, this be their destination, arguments may be drawn from reason; and thus augustly supported, the more understanding women acquire, the more they will be attached to their duty, comprehending it […]"
- 2 In a royal or regal manner.
"On His Majesty's arrival, the wine was respectfully presented to him, when the Sovereign sang augustly, saying: ..."
Example
More examples"For surely, sir, you will not assert, that a duty can be binding which is not founded on reason? If, indeed, this be their destination, arguments may be drawn from reason; and thus augustly supported, the more understanding women acquire, the more they will be attached to their duty, comprehending it […]"
Etymology
From august + -ly.
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