Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for JUST'LY
JUST'LY, adv. [from just.]
- In conformity to law, justice or propriety; by right. The offender is justly condemned. The hero is justly rewarded, applauded, or honored.
- According to truth and facts. His character is justly described.
- Honestly; fairly; with integrity; as, to do justly. – Mic. vi.
- Properly; accurately; exactly. Their feet assist their hands, and justly beat the ground. – Dryden.
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