soldierly

[sohl-jer-lee]

adjective

1. of, like, or befitting a soldier.

ˈsoldierly

/ ˈsəʊldʒəlɪ /

adjective

1. of or befitting a good soldier

Other Word Forms

• soldierliness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of soldierly¹

First recorded in 1570–80; soldier + -ly

Example Sentences

There he encounters abusive hazing that nearly kills him but also a soldierly camaraderie that transcends social divisions.

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Earlier, the messages sent out by Captain Palamar and others at the plant were full of soldierly bravado.

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But last Thursday, Ellenz was positively giddy as five Guard members zipped around the kitchen with soldierly purpose and precision.

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The tents were lined up with a soldierly precision, and each sported a prominent American flag.

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Henry and Frederick Lynn are very dashing sparks indeed; and Colonel Dent is a fine soldierly man.

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