Definition

Relating to the rights, duties, or characteristics of citizens.

Example

The citizenly responsibilities include voting and participating in community service.

Conversation

I read an interesting article about being a good citizenly person.

Oh really? What did it say?

It talked about how we should all contribute positively to our communities in a citizenly way.

That makes sense! It’s important to be involved and support each other.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Citizenly → It is formed from "citizen" (from Old French *citein*, meaning a member of a city or state) and "-ly" (meaning in the manner of). The word "citizenly" means in the manner of a citizen or pertaining to the qualities of a citizen.

Memory Tip

Think of someone acting 'in the manner of a citizen' — that's what 'citizenly' means.

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