Definition of MAIDENLY

maidenly

Meanings

Adjective Satellite

  • befitting or characteristic of a maiden
    • "a maidenly blush"

Adj

  • Of or pertaining to a maiden.
  • Suitable for, or befitting a maiden; gentle; modest; pure; shy.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English maidenly, equivalent to maiden + -ly.

Synonyms

maidenlike

Antonyms

unmaidenly

Scrabble Score: 14

maidenly is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
maidenly is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
maidenly is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

maidenly is a valid Words With Friends word