gradely
/ (ˈɡreɪdlɪ) /
Midland English dialect fine; excellent
Origin of gradely
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How to use gradely in a sentence
Nay; I was but thinkin' that Mr. Moore's Bob'll look gradely writ under yon.
Bob, Son of Battle | Alfred OllivantAnd in the Dale the unanimous opinion was that the young couple would make "a gradely pair, surely."
Bob, Son of Battle | Alfred OllivantSweet peas is gettin' on gradely, and Fair Maids o' France, just ready for the fair maids who buy 'em!
The Fortunes of Philippa | Angela BrazilBut I couldn't lick him gradely because th' landlord come in and stopped us; so after a while I went hooum.
The Book of the Bush | George DunderdaleOne old woman over eighty came all the way from Castlesteads to see her last of "the gradely leddy," as she called her.
Heriot's Choice | Rosa Nouchette Carey
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