dreadfully

adverb

Definition of dreadfullynext
as in terribly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dreadfully
  1. terribly
  2. poorly
  3. bad
Adverb
  • But there is something terribly wrong with a friend who brings an uninvited guest, especially one who openly criticizes the host and the food.
    Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Post-wash, the texture is a little more relaxed and slightly wrinkled, though not terribly so.
    Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of terribly
Adverb
  • His defense rated oddly poorly last season (-16 defensive runs saved, zero outs above average), but year-to-year aberrations are not uncommon.
    Justice delos Santos, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • To Lue’s dismay, the Clippers started poorly against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, falling behind by 26 points in the first quarter, their defense getting torched amid seven turnovers.
    Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of poorly
Adverb
  • Remember, too much of a good thing can turn bad quickly!
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
  • That started off bad and got better.
    Vulture, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2023
Definition of bad
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