Dovelike
adj, adv
adj, adv ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Resembling or characteristic of a dove.
"a dovelike wing"
- 2 Peaceful; innocent; pacifist. figuratively
Adverb
- 1 In a manner similar to a dove
- 2 As much so as those of a dove archaic
"Montanus Phoebe's eyes Dovelike mild"
Example
More examples"Thou from the first Wast present, and with mighty wings outspread Dove-like satst brooding on the vast Abyss And mad'st it pregnant."
Etymology
From dove + -like.