stifly
Middle English
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[edit]Etymology
[edit]Pronunciation
[edit]Adverb
[edit]stifly
- Stiffly, firmly, unmoveably; in a way that makes something or is difficult or to move or manipulate.
- Bravely, heroically, daringly; in a commendable way.
- Powerfully; mightily, strongly.
- With strong resolve; unyieldingly or strong-mindedly.
- Repeatedly, obstinately; adamantly; without giving up.
- Bloodily, injuriously, woundingly; in a way causing injury or challenge.
- Profoundly, meaningfully, in an in-depth way.
- (rare) Speedily; in a fast or rushed manner.
- (rare) Angrily, hatefully.
Descendants
[edit]References
[edit]- “stiflī, adv.”, in MED Online, Ann Arbor, Mich.: University of Michigan, 2007, retrieved 2018-06-27.