Meanings
comparative more factitiously · superlative most factitiously
- In a factitious manner.
A true Tartarean dignity sat upon her brow, and not factitiously or with marks of constraint, for it had grown in her with years.
1878, Hardy, The Return of the Native, book 1 chapter 71 more example
'Well, darling, how are you? I am glad you have come in to see me,' said Miss Aldclyffe. 'You can unlock the bag this morning, child, if you like,' she continued, yawning factitiously.
1871, Hardy, Desperate remedies, part 11 chapter 6
Origin
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