English dictionary
meanly
/'m/i/nl/i/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adverb
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in a nasty ill-tempered manner
Synonyms nastilySource: WordNet 3.0
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in a despicable, ignoble manner
ExamplesThis new leader meanly threatens the deepest values of our society.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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poorly or in an inferior manner
ExamplesTroops meanly equipped.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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in a miserly manner
ExamplesThey lived meanly and without ostentation.
Synonyms humblySource: WordNet 3.0
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Moderately.
Source: webster1913
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In a mean manner; unworthily; basely; poorly; ungenerously.
Source: webster1913