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VENALLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does venally mean?
• VENALLY (adverb)
The adverb VENALLY has 1 sense:
1. in a corrupt and deceitful manner
Familiarity information: VENALLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a corrupt and deceitful manner
Synonyms:
deceitfully; dishonestly; venally
Context example:
he acted dishonestly when he gave the contract to his best friend
Pertainym:
venal (capable of being corrupted)
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