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Definition of lordlike

lordlike

/ˈlɔːrdlaɪk/
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• adjective

1

Resembling, characteristic of, or befitting a lord in dignity, nobility, or grandeur.

Example

"The aging patriarch presided over the banquet table with a calm, lordlike dignity."

2

Displaying an arrogant, imperious, or domineering attitude toward others.

Example

"His lordlike dismissal of the staff's concerns quickly alienated the entire department."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'lordly' is far more common in modern English and often carries a negative connotation of arrogance or haughtiness, 'lordlike' is more literary and frequently retains a neutral or admiring sense of noble dignity.

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