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reputably, adv.|ˈrɛpjuːtəblɪ| [f. reputable a. + -ly.] In a reputable or respectable manner.
1738Neal Hist. Purit. IV. 241 He could not so reputably do it. 1748Richardson Clarissa (1811) II. xxxv. 254 Hers is a protection I could more reputably fly to, than to that of any other person. 1832H. Martineau Homes Abroad ii. 34 Ready to establish themselves reputably in society. 1860Holland Miss Gilbert iii. 35 He had lived comfortably and reputably. |