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proverbially.

In a manner that uses proverbs; in or according to proverbs.

12 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adv
  1. In a manner that uses proverbs; in or according to proverbs.

    The bee is a proverbially busy creature.
  2. In a manner reminiscent of a proverb.

Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English proverbial Middle English -ly English -ly English proverbially From proverbial + -ly.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.