adv
meanly
Meanly (adv) means In a humble way, coming from a low social position.
adv
1
In a humble way, coming from a low social position.
2
Badly, or not to an adequate standard.
3
In an unkind or spiteful way.
"He meanly refused to ever make a charitable donation."
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Etymology
Comes from Middle English meneli, meneliche, equivalent to mean plus -ly.
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What is the meaning of meanly?
"meanly" (adv) means in a humble way, coming from a low social position.
What is another word for meanly?
Other words for "meanly" include humbly, basely, nastily, scurvily.
What are the different meanings of meanly?
"meanly" has 3 main meanings: 1. In a humble way, coming from a low social position; 2. Badly, or not to an adequate standard; 3. In an unkind or spiteful way.
