How Do You Spell MEANLY, MEANNESS?

Pronunciation: [mˈiːnli] (IPA)

The word "meanly" is spelled with the letter combination "ea" which creates the "ee" sound (/i:/) followed by the letter "n" and the suffix "-ly", indicating that the word is an adverb. The word "meanness", on the other hand, is spelled with the letter combination "ea" which creates the "e" sound (/i/) followed by the letters "n" and "ss", and the suffix "-ness", which changes the adjective "mean" into a noun, referring to the quality of being unkind or cruel.

MEANLY, MEANNESS Meaning and Definition

  1. Meanly (adverb) - In a mean or ignoble manner; with a lack of kindness, generosity, or moral character. To act meanly is to behave in a lowly, base, or despicable way, often with the intention of causing harm or showing a lack of consideration for others. It implies a petty and selfish attitude, characterized by a willingness to exploit or mistreat others for personal gain. Acting meanly could involve engaging in deceit, cheating, or deliberate acts of cruelty or aggression. Individuals who behave meanly often have a tendency to prioritize their own interests and wellbeing over those of others, displaying a marked lack of empathy or compassion.

    Meanness (noun) - The quality or state of being mean; the complex of behaviors, attitudes, or actions that display a lack of kindness, generosity, or moral character. Meanness represents a negative trait or disposition that manifests in various ways, such as unfair or vindictive treatment, malicious intent, or a lack of consideration for others' feelings or wellbeing. Someone who exhibits meanness may engage in bullying, belittling, or behaving in a harmful, unkind, or intentionally hurtful manner. The term meanness encompasses actions, words, or thoughts that effectively degrade or diminish others, often with the intent of asserting dominance or control. It can be seen as a character flaw or a lack of maturity, reflecting a deficiency in moral values or a skewed sense of morality. Meanness is considered socially undesirable, leading to negative interpersonal relationships, strained dynamics, and an overall discordant atmosphere.

Common Misspellings for MEANLY, MEANNESS

  • neanly, meanness
  • keanly, meanness
  • jeanly, meanness
  • mwanly, meanness
  • msanly, meanness
  • mdanly, meanness
  • mranly, meanness
  • m4anly, meanness
  • m3anly, meanness
  • meznly, meanness
  • mesnly, meanness
  • mewnly, meanness
  • meqnly, meanness
  • meably, meanness
  • meamly, meanness
  • meajly, meanness
  • meahly, meanness
  • meanky, meanness
  • meanpy, meanness
  • meanoy, meanness

Etymology of MEANLY, MEANNESS

The word "meanly" and its noun form "meanness" have different etymologies.

1) "Meanly":

The adverb "meanly" is derived from the adjective "mean", which can have several meanings, including "lowly", "despicable", or "inferior". The word "mean" originates from the Old English word "gemǣne", which meant "common" or "shared". Over time, the word evolved to signify something that is of lesser value or quality. So, "meanly" ultimately means acting in a lowly or despicable manner.

2) "Meanness":

The noun "meanness" also has a distinct etymology from the adjective "mean".