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VENALLY

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does venally mean? 

VENALLY (adverb)
  The adverb VENALLY has 1 sense:

1. in a corrupt and deceitful mannerplay

  Familiarity information: VENALLY used as an adverb is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


VENALLY (adverb)


Sense 1

Meaning:

In a corrupt and deceitful manner

Synonyms:

deceitfully; dishonestly; venally

Context example:

he acted dishonestly when he gave the contract to his best friend

Pertainym:

venal (capable of being corrupted)


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