adv. [f. prec. + -LY2.] In an affective manner.

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  † 1.  In respect to inward disposition. Obs.

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1649.  Roberts, Clavis Bibl., Introd. iii. 53. In some sense God cannot repent, viz. Affectively, in respect of his essence.

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  † 2.  In a manner that influences conduct, etc. Obs.

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1654.  Trapp, Exp. Phil. iii. 10 (1863), 609/1. And may know him … not apprehensively only, but affectively.

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  3.  As regards the affections; emotionally.

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1852.  A. P. Forbes, Nicene Creed, 324. The highest happiness consists intellectually in the sight of God, and affectively in the adherence of the will to the Supreme Will.

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