lordly

Meanings

• adjective

  Belonging to or exercising the power and authority of a lord; majestic, grand.

  - "The lordly castle stood atop the hill."
  - "His lordly manner demanded respect."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈlɔː(ɹ)dli/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with lordly
boringly , morning , warning , ornating

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Variants

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lordlier , lordliest , lordliness , lordlinesses , lordly

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Etymology

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From Old English hlaford 'master, provider for a household, lord'; related to hlaf 'loaf' + weard 'guardian'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'lord' comes from the Old English word 'hlaford', which means 'loaf-ward' or 'bread-keeper'.

2. The term 'lordly' was first used in English in the 13th century.

3. In medieval Europe, the term 'lord' was used to describe the head of a manor or estate, as well as a member of the nobility.

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Related Concepts

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1. nobility: A social class consisting of those entitled to honors, privileges, and protection by the state, especially those entitled to vote in the House of Lords.

2. aristocracy: A system of social stratification in which political power is concentrated in the hands of a small elite.

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Culture

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In literature, 'lordly' has been used to describe the opulent and grandiose nature of castles, manors, and other establishments of the nobility. In music, it can be used to describe the majestic and grandiose sound of certain compositions. In art, it can be used to describe the grandeur and majesty of certain paintings or sculptures.

How to Memorize "lordly"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a grand castle or manor, with towering spires, lush gardens, and servants scurrying about. Imagine the sound of a trumpet call echoing through the air as the lord makes his entrance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'lordly' with the idea of grandeur, majesty, and power. Think of opulent castles, majestic animals, and powerful rulers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Lords Love Opulent Castles' to remember the meaning of 'lordly'.

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