- preciously
- pre|cious|ly [ `preʃəsli ] adverbin a way that is too careful and does not seem natural
Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.
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Preciously — Pre cious*ly, adv. In a precious manner; expensively; extremely; dearly. Also used ironically. [1913 Webster] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
preciously — precious ► ADJECTIVE 1) having great value. 2) greatly loved or treasured. 3) ironic considerable: a precious lot you know! 4) derogatory affectedly concerned with elegant or refined language or manners. ● precious little (or few) Cf. ↑precious… … English terms dictionary
preciously — adverb Date: 14th century 1. in a precious manner 2. precious … New Collegiate Dictionary
preciously — See precious. * * * … Universalium
preciously — adverb In a precious manner … Wiktionary
preciously — preʃəslɪ adv. in a precious manner, valuably; extremely; meticulously, carefully … English contemporary dictionary
preciously — pre·cious·ly … English syllables
preciously — adverb extremely there is precious little time left • Syn: ↑precious • Usage Domain: ↑intensifier, ↑intensive … Useful english dictionary
precious — preciously, adv. preciousness, n. /presh euhs/, adj. 1. of high price or great value; very valuable or costly: precious metals. 2. highly esteemed for some spiritual, nonmaterial, or moral quality: precious memories. 3. dear; beloved: a precious… … Universalium
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