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INVIDIOUSLY

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does invidiously mean? 

INVIDIOUSLY (adverb)
  The adverb INVIDIOUSLY has 1 sense:

1. in a manner arousing resentmentplay

  Familiarity information: INVIDIOUSLY used as an adverb is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


INVIDIOUSLY (adverb)


Sense 1

Meaning:

In a manner arousing resentment

Pertainym:

invidious (containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice)


 Context examples 


The conversation had been swung in that direction by Mrs. Morse, who had been invidiously singing the praises of Mr. Hapgood.

(Martin Eden, by Jack London)



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