earthly

Definition

  • adjective: having to do with life on the Earth
  • adjective: characteristic of or belonging to this 'earth'
  • used to make a question or a negative statement more forceful
  • synonyms: gross, groveling, temporary

Examples

  • There is no 'earthly' reason [=there is no reason on earth; there is no reason at all] for feeling that way.

  • What 'earthly' [='possible', 'conceivable'] good could it do him?

  • our 'earthly' existence

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