sidely Meaning & Definition
What Does Sidely Mean?
Sidely is used as an adjective meaning Of or relating to the side (of something); lateral. As an adverb, it means To the side; sideways; laterally; sideling; obliquely; indirectly.
Sidely Definition (Adjective)
- Of or relating to the side (of something); lateral.
Sidely as an Adverb
- To the side; sideways; laterally; sideling; obliquely; indirectly.
Synonyms of Sidely
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Sidely synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
sidely (comparative more sidely, superlative most sidely)
sidely (not comparable)
Origin of Sidely
From Middle English *sideli (adjective), sideli (adverb), equivalent to side + -ly. Cognate with German seitlich (“lateral”). Compare also sideling.