VAINGLORIOUSLY

Etymology

Adverb

vaingloriously (comparative more vaingloriously, superlative most vaingloriously)

In a vainglorious manner.

Source: Wiktionary


VAINGLORIOUS

Vain`glo"ri*ous, a.

Definition: Feeling or indicating vainglory; elated by vanity; boastful. "Arrogant and vainglorious expression." Sir M. Hale.

– Vain`glo"ri*ous*ly, adv.

– Vain`glo"ri*ous*ness, n.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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