lordish en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /ˈlɔɹ.dɪʃ/ (General-American)
Etymology
From lord + -ish.
Meanings
-
Resembling or characteristic of a lord.
“If you don't recognize the worth in this jewel, then you're nothing but ignorant street scum and there's nothing lordish about you.”
2012, Melina Marchetta, Froi of the Exiles: The Lumatere Chronicles - Page 286:Mr. Schultz didn't want to be lordish about it, he showed great tact that way.
2010, E.L. Doctorow, Billy Bathgate: A Novel - Page 131:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most lordish | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more lordish | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |