English Dictionary: morally | by the DICT Development Group |
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From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006) [wn]: | |
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From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: | |
Morally \Mor"al*ly\, adv. 1. In a moral or ethical sense; according to the rules of morality. By good, good morally so called, [bd]bonum honestum[b8] ought chiefly to be understood. --South. 2. According to moral rules; virtuously. [bd]To live morally.[b8] --Dryden. 3. In moral qualities; in disposition and character; as, one who physically and morally endures hardships. 4. In a manner calculated to serve as the basis of action; according to the usual course of things and human judgment; according to reason and probability. It is morally impossible for an hypocrite to keep himself long upon his guard. --L'Estrange. |