Most common
Definitions
- adv. 1
In a manful manner; with the characteristics considered typical of a man, such as strength, courage, and determination.
Example sentences
- manly He was one of the most manly boys in the school.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| manfully | steady | |
| manly | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- manly2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (manly2 = 2 syllables).