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adjectively, adv.|ˈædʒɛktɪvlɪ| [f. adjective a. + -ly2.] a. In an adjectival manner; after the manner of an adjective.
1548W. Thomas Ital. Dict. (1567) Secondo, -a, adiectively, sometimes do signifie the seconde in nomber. 1607Topsell Four-footed Beasts (1673) 9 The Latins use them adjectively to signifie any angry, stubborn, froward, or ravening man. 1816J. Gilchrist Philos. Etym. 145 When he and she are used adjectively, as a he-goat, a she-goat. 1870Bowen Logic v. 145 Sometimes the Exclusive particles only, one, sole, etc., are annexed adjectively to the Predicate. b. (Cf. adjective n. 1 b.)
1918Pilot (Boston, U.S.) 9 Feb. 4/7 The effect of zero weather..on the public..is adjectively bad. |