wifely

UK
/ˈwaɪfli/
US
/ˈwaɪfli/

Translations

wifelyadjective
more wifely
Comp.
most wifely
Super.
UK
/ˈwaɪfli/
US
/ˈwaɪfli/
She displayed wifely devotion by supporting her husband through difficult times.
Она проявила жёнскую преданность, поддерживая мужа в трудные времена.
Additional translations
wifelyadverb
UK
/ˈwaɪfli/
US
/ˈwaɪfli/
Archaic/rare adverbial use meaning “in a manner befitting a wife.”

Definitions

wifelyadjective
Relating to or characteristic of a wife.
She displayed wifely devotion by supporting her husband through difficult times.
wifelyadverb
In a manner characteristic of or befitting a wife.
In the old tale, she served her husband wifely and faithfully.