gloriously

English

Etymology

glorious + -ly

Adverb

gloriously (comparative more gloriously, superlative most gloriously)

  1. In a glorious manner.

Middle English

Alternative forms

  • gloriousliche, gloryously, gloriousely, gloriousli, gloriosely, glorieusely, gloryousliche

Etymology

From glorious + -ly.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɡlɔːriuːsliː/, /ˈɡlɔːriusliː/, /ˈɡlɔːriuːsliːtʃ(ə)/

Adverb

gloriously

  1. In a glorious or wonderful way (especially in religious contexts)
  2. (Late Middle English) In an attractive or pleasing way; in a way that displays beauty.

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