EARTHLY


Meaning of EARTHLY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈərth-lē ]

adjective

Date: before 12th century

1.

a. : characteristic of or belonging to this earth

b. : relating to the human race's actual life on this earth

2. : possible

there is no earthly reason for such behavior

• earth·li·ness noun

Synonyms:

earthly , worldly , mundane mean belonging to or characteristic of the earth. earthly often implies a contrast with what is heavenly or spiritual

abandoned earthly concerns and entered a convent

worldly and mundane both imply a relation to the immediate concerns and activities of human beings, worldly suggesting tangible personal gain or gratification

worldly goods

and mundane suggesting reference to the immediate and practical

a mundane discussion of finances

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.