adv. [f. ADJECTIVE a. + -LY2.] In an adjectival manner; after the manner of an adjective.
1548. W. Thomas, Ital. Dict. (1567), Secondo, -a, adiectively, sometimes do signifie the seconde in nomber.
1607. Topsell, Four-footed Beasts (1673), 9. The Latins use them adjectively to signifie any angry, stubborn, froward, or ravening man.
1816. J. Gilchrist, Philos. Etym., 145. When he and she are used adjectively, as a he-goat, a she-goat.
1870. Bowen, Logic, v. 145. Sometimes the Exclusive particles only, one, sole, etc., are annexed adjectively to the Predicate.