Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

feudally

Adverb
/ˈfjʊd.əl.i/
Definition
In a manner relating to the feudal system, a dominant social system in medieval Europe.
Examples
  • The land was divided feudally among various lords.
  • In the feudally organized society, loyalty between vassals and lords was paramount.
  • Feudally speaking, the king had ultimate authority over the land.
Meaning
Feudally refers to the structure, practices, or characteristics associated with feudalism, often involving land ownership and hierarchical relationships between lords and vassals.
Synonyms
  • Hierarchically
  • Feudalistically
  • Lordly