warly en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /ˈwɔɹli/ (General-American)
- /ˈwɔːlɪ/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈwɔːli/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From Middle English werrely; equivalent to war + -ly.
Meanings
- (archaic) Warlike.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most warly | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more warly | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |