thiefly Meaning & Definition
/ˈθiːfli/
What Does Thiefly Mean?
As an adjective, thiefly means Like a thief; thievish. As an adverb, it means Like a thief; thievishly.
Thiefly at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈθiːfli/ |
| Comparative / superlative | more thiefly, most thiefly |
Thiefly Definition (Adjective)
- Like a thief; thievish.
Thiefly as an Adverb
- Like a thief; thievishly.
Synonyms of Thiefly
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Thiefly synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
thiefly (comparative more thiefly, superlative most thiefly)
Origin of Thiefly
Origin 1: From Middle English theefly; equivalent to thief + -ly.
Origin 2: From Middle English thefly, þeefliche, þeofliche, equivalent thief + -ly.