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STAIDLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does staidly mean?
• STAIDLY (adverb)
The adverb STAIDLY has 1 sense:
1. in a grave and sober manner
Familiarity information: STAIDLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a grave and sober manner
Synonyms:
Context example:
he walked soberly toward the altar
Pertainym:
staid (characterized by dignity and propriety)
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