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tribally

/ˈtraɪ.bə.li/
trib · al · ly
Adjective:tribal
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• adverb

1

In a manner relating to, organized by, or characteristic of a tribe or tribes.

Example

"The region's historic territories were tribally governed for centuries before the establishment of a central state."

2

In a way that shows strong, often exclusive loyalty to one's own social, political, or cultural group.

Example

"Voters in the polarized district increasingly behave tribally, supporting their party regardless of the specific policies proposed."

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• Nearby Words

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