Words Containing NLY
131 words contain NLY anywhere. Scores range up to 26 points (CHURCHMANLY), averaging 15.5 points with standard English tile values. Every entry below shows its point value, US and UK dictionary validity, and a definition where available.
Relating to or like an alderman.
In a foreign or unfamiliar manner.
In a manner opposed to Christianity.
Childish or relating to childhood.
In an unproductive or sterile manner.
In a kind, gentle, or favorable manner.
In a bold, shameless, or cheeky manner.
With gaps or interruptions, lacking fluency.
Awkwardly unsophisticated and provincial.
Without doubt; definitely.
Having the characteristics of a surgeon, especially archaic.
Appropriate for a clergyman or church official.
Pertaining to or characteristic of citizens.
Habitually clean; neat.
Usually or frequently.
In a manner that is appropriate or deserved.
Characteristic of or appropriate to a cousin.
Characteristic of a skilled artisan.
In a cowardly manner.
In a disappointed or dejected manner.
Mean, worthless, or inferior; base.
Bad-tempered and grumpy, like a curmudgeon.
In a secret or solitary manner.
Secretly.
Characteristic of a skilled draughtsman.
In a way that shows the effects of alcohol.
In a level, regular, or equal manner.
Gladly; by preference.
In a foolish manner.
In a manner that is prohibited.
In a manner typical of a foreign country or people.
In a pitifully sad and lonely manner.
In a deserted or helpless manner.
In a stiff, unmoving, or emotionless way.
Graceful and pleasing.
Characteristic of or befitting a gentleman.
Having the refined manners of a gentlewoman.
In a golden manner; with a golden color or quality.
In a green manner or color.
In a deeply sorrowful manner.
Of or relating to heaven or the divine.
In a hidden or concealed manner.
In a way characteristic of humans.
In an unworthy or disgraceful manner.
In a manner lacking human feeling.
Inwardly or internally; secretly.
Present participle of INLY.
In a sharp, penetrating, or eager manner.
In a manner resembling or suggestive of lead.
In a lean or thin manner.
Like a lion, especially in fierceness.
In a lumpen manner.
Befitting a maiden; modest and gentle.
For the most part; chiefly.
In a harmful or evil manner.
Having qualities traditionally associated with men, such as courage or strength.
Befitting a mature, dignified woman.
In a tearfully sentimental manner.
In a poor, unkind, or miserly manner.
In a median direction; toward the middle.
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CHURCHMANLY scores 26 points, the highest in this list using standard English tile values.