MODALLY

Etymology

Adverb

modally (comparative more modally, superlative most modally)

In a modal way.

Source: Wiktionary


Mo"dal*ly, adv.

Definition: In a modal manner. A compound proposition, the parts of which are united modally ... by the particles "as" and "so." Gibbs.

MODAL

Mo"dal, a. Etym: [Cf. F. modal. See Mode.]

1. Of or pertaining to a mode or mood; consisting in mode or form only; relating to form; having the form without the essence or reality. Glanvill.

2. (Logic & Metaph.)

Definition: Indicating, or pertaining to, some mode of conceiving existence, or of expressing thought.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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