English Dictionary |
SMALL-MINDEDLY
Pronunciation (US): | (GB): |
IPA (US): |
Dictionary entry overview: What does small-mindedly mean?
• SMALL-MINDEDLY (adverb)
The adverb SMALL-MINDEDLY has 1 sense:
Familiarity information: SMALL-MINDEDLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a narrow-minded manner
Synonyms:
narrow-mindedly; small-mindedly
Context example:
narrow-mindedly, the authorities closed down the cafe where teenagers used to hang out
Pertainym:
small-minded (contemptibly narrow in outlook)
Learn English with... Proverbs |
"What's sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander." (English proverb)
"The world will not find rest by just saying «peace.»" (Afghanistan proverb)
"Leading by example is better than commandments." (Arabic proverb)
"Lovers and lords want only to be alone together." (Corsican proverb)
"The world will not find rest by just saying «peace.»" (Afghanistan proverb)
"Leading by example is better than commandments." (Arabic proverb)
"Lovers and lords want only to be alone together." (Corsican proverb)