English Explanatory Dictionary

gainly

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. Suitably; fitly; conveniently; readily.
  2. Thoroughly; completely; (with adjectives) very.
adj
  1. Proper; suitable; becoming.
  2. Ready to help; kindly; gracious.
  3. Graceful; tactful.
  4. Shapely; handsome.

Word forms

gainly gainlier more gainly gainliest most gainly

Etymology

From Middle English gaynly, geȝȝnlike, geynliche, equivalent to gain (“straight, direct, convenient, favourable, kindly”, adjective) + -ly (adverbial/adjectival suffix).

Antonyms

ungainly

Derived words

gainliness
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