Adjectively

/əˈdʒɛktɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In the manner or function of an adjective; used as an adjective would be used.

Etymology

From adjective + -ly suffix. A more direct form than 'adjectivally,' following the standard pattern of adjective + -ly = adverb.

Kelly Says

English has multiple ways to say basically the same thing—both 'adjectivally' and 'adjectively' exist, showing how language often creates synonyms without planned design.

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