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Definition of earthly

earthly

/ˈɜːrθ.li/
earth · ly
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• adjective

1

Relating to the Earth or to human life in the physical, material world, especially as opposed to a spiritual or heavenly realm.

Example

"The monk renounced his earthly possessions to live a life of quiet contemplation."

2

Possible or conceivable (used for emphasis in negative sentences or questions).

Example

"There was no earthly reason for them to delay the project any further."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Earthly' typically contrasts the physical or mortal world with the spiritual or heavenly realm, whereas 'earthy' describes something resembling soil or having a direct, uninhibited, and practical nature.

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• Nearby Words

earthing
earthlike
earthling
earthly
earthmover
earthmoving
earthnut pea

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'eorþlic',meaning 'worldly' or 'mortal', formed from 'eorþe' (earth) and '-lic' (-ly).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Earthly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/earthly
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