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virtuously

/ˈvɜːr.tʃu.əs.li/
vir · tu · ous · ly
Adjective:virtuous
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• adverb

1

In a manner that shows high moral standards, ethical integrity, or righteousness.

Example

"The community leader lived virtuously, dedicating her time and resources to helping those in need."

2

In a chaste or sexually pure manner (dated or literary).

Example

"In the Victorian novel, the heroine behaves virtuously despite the temptations of high society."

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• Rhymes for virtuously

• Nearby Words

virtue
virtuoso
virtuous
virtuously
virtuousness
virulence
virulent

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'virtuous' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Virtuous' derives from Old French 'vertuos' and Late Latin 'virtuosus', ultimately rooted in Latin 'virtus' (moral strength, excellence, or manliness), from 'vir' (man).

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