adv. [f. ADJECTIVE a. + -LY2.] In an adjectival manner; after the manner of an adjective.

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1548.  W. Thomas, Ital. Dict. (1567), Secondo, -a, adiectively, sometimes do signifie the seconde in nomber.

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1607.  Topsell, Four-footed Beasts (1673), 9. The Latins use them adjectively to signifie any angry, stubborn, froward, or ravening man.

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1816.  J. Gilchrist, Philos. Etym., 145. When he and she are used adjectively, as a he-goat, a she-goat.

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1870.  Bowen, Logic, v. 145. Sometimes the Exclusive particles only, one, sole, etc., are annexed adjectively to the Predicate.

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