Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for SLIGHT-LY
SLIGHT-LY, adv.
- Weakly; superficially; with inconsiderable force or effect; in a small degree; as, a man slightly wounded; an audience slightly affected with preaching.
- Negligently; without regard; with moderate contempt. – Hooker. Shak.
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