Fiduciarily

/fɪˈduːʃɪɛrɪli/ adverb

Definition

In the manner of a fiduciary; acting as a trustee or in a position of legal trust and responsibility toward another party.

Etymology

Formed from 'fiduciary' with the addition of the adverbial suffix '-ly,' this word describes actions taken in the capacity or manner of a fiduciary. It emerged in English legal language to describe fiduciary behavior.

Kelly Says

When a lawyer must act 'fiduciarily,' they're legally bound to put your interests ahead of their own profit—the word itself is a legal promise baked into how we speak about trustworthy professionals.

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