mannerly
Origin of mannerly
1Other words from mannerly
- man·ner·li·ness, noun
Words Nearby mannerly
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How to use mannerly in a sentence
In an interview on Wednesday, Davis added that Wright was a “mannerly, gracious, wonderful woman,” which made the negative campaign against a devoutly Christian veteran look phony.
The Trailer: Who sponsored this message? Why you're seeing so many ads so far from the midterms. | David Weigel | July 29, 2021 | Washington PostThey were all quiet, mannerly, distinguished-looking, in rich dark slack suits.
The Sensitive Man | Poul William AndersonThe prince was hungry enough, but he was too mannerly to eat without being invited.
The Lilac Fairy Book | Andrew LangThe nabob, who was mannerly, went to speak to the aunts and find them seats.
I thought of horse-flies and ticks, but was too mannerly to mention them, especially so near breakfast time.
The Annals of Ann | Kate Trimble Sharber
She raised a healthy crowd of children and as a rule they turned out to be a mannerly lot as well.
Back at School with the Tucker Twins | Nell Speed
British Dictionary definitions for mannerly
/ (ˈmænəlɪ) /
well-mannered; polite; courteous
rare with good manners; politely; courteously
Derived forms of mannerly
- mannerliness, noun
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