CIVILLY Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

civilly

adverb

Definition of civilly

as in courteously

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Recent Examples of civilly Hall’s dexterity with finicky varietals is on full display with his entry level Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (both civilly priced at $40 and $45 respectively). — Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 In April, Murekezi was ordered civilly committed as mentally ill. — Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 8 June 2026 The difference was that in Simpson’s case, his whole home had been searched by the feds—and with the help of the private company that would later sue him civilly. — ArsTechnica, 22 May 2026 If the drivers are employees, then the parent company is civilly liable for the acts of their employees. — Sam Schulz, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for civilly

Recent Examples of Synonyms for civilly

Adverb

Two inspectors knocked on doors and spoke courteously to surprised visitors who displayed booking contracts on their phones, the inspectors’ bodycam footage showed.

— Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
When a visitor arrives in a classroom, a classroom ambassador welcomes them, introduces himself and the subject being taught, and courteously asks for the visitor’s name and affiliation.

— Walter Fields, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2026

Definition of courteously

Adverb

The manager can then politely ask that the food not be served while offering an alternative.

— Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Employers are advised to clarify interview protocols, politely manage parental presence, and focus on assessing the candidate's individual merits.

— Jason Walker PsyD, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of politely

Adverb

Because this is an ongoing investigation, the family respectfully asks for privacy during this difficult time.

— Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026
While the traditional Swedish version, called a prinsesstårta, typically features a layer of raspberry jam and a bright green marzipan coating, Sant Ambroeus’ iteration is respectfully remixed for a more metropolitan crowd.

— Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026