I. -lē, -li adverb
Etymology: neighbor + -ly, adverb suffix
archaic : in a neighborly manner
you called in here neighborly — John Drinkwater
II. adjective
Etymology: neighbor + -ly, adjective suffix
1. : of, relating to, or typical of neighbors, especially congenial neighbors : suited to neighbors
a neighborly conversation
has neighborly chores — Mary Welsh
neighborly helpfulness
2. : that readily associates in a friendly way (as by exchanging visits, having informal chats, offering ordinary help and advice) with a neighbor : that has the agreeable easy sociability typical of a congenial neighbor
a pleasant neighborly person
Synonyms: see amicable