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augustly

adverb

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adv

Etymology: Etymology tree English august Middle English -ly English -ly English augustly From august + -ly.

  1. In an august or awe-inspiring manner.

    “For surely, sir, you will not assert, that a duty can be binding which is not founded on reason? If, indeed, this be their destination, arguments may be drawn from reason; and thus augustly supported, the more understanding women acquire, the more they will be attached to their duty, comprehending it […]”

    “St. Mark’s is perfect. To me it soon grew to be so nobly, so augustly ugly, that it was difficult to stay away from it, even for a little while.”

  2. In a royal or regal manner.

    “On His Majesty's arrival, the wine was respectfully presented to him, when the Sovereign sang augustly, saying: ...”

    “But wait until the Honorable Ma Chun-shing arrives and you shall see that I am augustly disposed to consent to your marriage.”