How Do You Spell UNPRINCELY?

Pronunciation: [ʌnpɹˈɪnsli] (IPA)

The word "unprincely" is spelled with the prefix "un-", meaning "not", and the root word "princely", meaning "characteristic of a prince or possessing the qualities of a prince". The phonetic transcription of "unprincely" is /ʌnˈprɪnsli/. The stress is on the second syllable "-prin-", which is pronounced with the short "i" sound, followed by a voiced "z" sound. The final "-ly" ending is pronounced with a long "e" sound. Overall, the word is a negative adjective used to describe behavior that is unbecoming of a prince.

UNPRINCELY Meaning and Definition

1. Unprincely is an adjective used to describe something that is unbecoming of a prince or lacking the qualities typically associated with royalty or nobility. It refers to behaviors, actions, or characteristics that do not align with the ideals of dignity, grace, and refinement that are commonly expected from those in positions of power and privilege.

   When applied to a person, unprincely suggests that their behavior lacks the sophistication or regal demeanor that one would expect from someone of noble birth. It implies that they are crude, uncouth, or lacking in manners and etiquette. Similarly, when referring to a situation or event, unprincely implies that the circumstances or manner in which it is conducted are not suited for someone of high social standing and are instead characterized by vulgarity, impropriety, or illegitimate means.

   Furthermore, unprincely can also convey a sense of dishonor or contradiction to the principles of fairness, righteousness, or moral integrity that are often associated with nobility. It suggests that one's actions are unprincipled, demonstrating a lack of virtue, honesty, or moral character. In this sense, unprincely underscores a departure from the expected conduct of an individual in a position of authority, highlighting their failure to adhere to the noble ideals that are traditionally attached to such a role.

2. Unbecoming a prince.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for UNPRINCELY

• ynprincely
• hnprincely
• jnprincely
• inprincely
• 8nprincely
• 7nprincely
• ubprincely
• umprincely
• ujprincely
• uhprincely
• unorincely
• unlrincely
• un-rincely
• un0rincely
• unpeincely
• unpdincely
• unpfincely
• unptincely
• unp5incely
• unp4incely

Etymology of UNPRINCELY

The word "unprincely" comes from the combination of the prefix "un-" which means "not" or "lacking", and the word "princely". "Princely" itself is derived from the Middle English word "princeliche", which originates from the Old English word "princelīc". This Old English term is composed of "prince", ultimately derived from the Latin word "princeps" meaning "first, chief, ruler", and the suffix "-līc", used to form adjectives. Thus, "unprincely" refers to something or someone that lacks the qualities or characteristics often associated with being princely or befitting a prince.