adversely

adverb

ad·​verse·​ly ad-ˈvərs-lē How to pronounce adversely (audio)
ˈad-ˌvərs-
: in an adverse manner : in a way that is bad or harmful
Determining which drugs—if any—may have interacted adversely with others is difficult.Nancy Ann Jeffrey and Robert Langreth
often used with affect
Reductions in staffing are affecting the company adversely.
Taking a loan from your retirement account may adversely affect your retirement savings, but there are instances when taking such a loan makes sense.Denise Appleby

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The previous listing attempts won’t adversely affect the Hong Kong IPO, according to the company. Yue Wang, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024 The wages are designed to ensure that the hiring of foreign guest workers doesn’t adversely affect the working conditions of U.S. workers. Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024 Without access to accurate data, climate science, immigration, education, and the economy could be adversely affected. Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 The company continues to face risks and uncertainties due to geopolitical instability and market volatility, which could adversely affect its search for a Business Combination. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for adversely 

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of adversely was in 1593

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“Adversely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adversely. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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