PONTIFICALLY

Etymology

Adverb

pontifically (comparative more pontifically, superlative most pontifically)

In a pontifical manner; in the manner of a pope.

Whilst pontificating; with pontification.

Source: Wiktionary


Pon*tif"ic*al*ly, adv.

Definition: In a pontifical manner.

PONTIFIC

Pon*tif"ic, a. Etym: [Cf. L. pontificius.]

1. Relating to, or consisting of, pontiffs or priests. "The pontific college with their augurs and flamens." Milton.

2. Of or pertaining to the pope; papal. Shenstone.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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