doubly

/ˈdʌb.li/

DɅB · li (2 syllables)

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Definition

In a double manner; with twice the severity or degree.

Etymology

From Middle English dowbly, doubli, dubli, doubeliche, equivalent to double + -ly.

Example Sentences

  • "My mother was always doubly careful when winding the grandfather clock."
  • "Time is an illusion. Lunchtime doubly so."
  • "Stealing and then lying about it is doubly wrong."
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