adverb
- in a manner resembling or characteristic of a monk; with monastic simplicity, austerity, or devotion
Usage: often used to describe behavior, lifestyle, or appearance that reflects monastic values
Examples
- He lived monkishly in a small cottage, avoiding all material comforts.
- She dressed monkishly in plain, unadorned robes.
- The monastery's residents conducted their daily routines monkishly, with discipline and prayer.
- He spent his evenings monkishly studying ancient texts by candlelight.
- The community lived monkishly, sharing all possessions equally.