Civilly

The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • In a civil manner.
  • In a manner relating to private rights: opposed to criminally.
  • Not naturally, but by law: as, a man civilly dead.
  • Politely; considerately; gently; with due decorum; courteously.
  • Without gaudy colors or finery; soberly.
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  • adverb. in a civil manner
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  • adverb. in a civil manner
  • Word Usage
    "Why anyone would demonize Gays as being singularly incapable of behaving civilly is in itself a crime."
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