proverbially

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. In a manner that uses proverbs; in or according to proverbs.
  2. In a manner reminiscent of a proverb.

Word forms

proverbially more proverbially most proverbially

Etymology

From proverbial + -ly.

Related words

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