sovereynly
Middle English
/sɔv(ə)ˈrɛi̯nliː/
adv
Definitions
- Outstandingly, phenomenally; in an excellent or outstanding way.
- Very, greatly; to a great degree acting as an intensifier
- Like or as a ruler, monarch or sovereign; kingly or royally.
- In the way that a monarch or sovereign deserves or befits.
- (rare) Exceptionally; to the highest standard or magnitude.
- (rare) Totally; in a complete or total way or without exception.
Etymology
Affix from Middle English sovereyn.
Origin
Middle English
sovereyn
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Distribution of cognates by language
Geogrpahic distribution of cognates
Cognates and derived terms
- sovereign English
- sovereyn Middle English
- sovereynte Middle English
- soverain Old French