soldierly /ˈsoʊld͡ʒəɹli/adjective 1adverb 1forms 2 adjective1 •Appropriate to, or in the way of, a soldier.His soldierly demeanour stood him good stead in civilian life when vicissitudes would assail him. adverb1 •In the manner of a soldier. formsmore soldierly · most soldierly