antiquely
Definition
Adverb - In a manner that is characteristic of ancient or old-fashioned times; in an old or antique style. - In a way that is reminiscent of antiquity, especially in design, appearance, or custom.
Usage Examples
- (In an old-fashioned, antique style.)
- (In a manner reminiscent of an earlier time.)
Advanced Usage
- "to behave antiquely": to act in a way that is considered old-fashioned or out of step with modern norms.
- His manners were antiquely formal, bowing and addressing everyone as "sir" or "madam". (His behaviour was very old-fashioned.)
Variants and Related Words
- Antique (adj): belonging to ancient times; old-fashioned.
- She collects antique vases. (Vases that are old and valuable.)
- Antiquity (n): the ancient past; a thing from ancient times.
- The artifact dates from Roman antiquity. (The artifact is from the Roman ancient period.)
Synonyms
- Archaically: in a way that is very old or no longer used.
- Old-fashionedly: in a style that is typical of an earlier period.
- Venerably: in a manner that inspires respect because of age.
Related Idioms
- "antiquely quaint": charmingly old-fashioned in a way that is slightly unusual.
- The village had an antiquely quaint feel, with cobblestone streets and gas lamps. (The village was charmingly old-fashioned.)