Meaning & Definition of word "Dreadfully"
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Dreadfully
/ˈdrɛd.fəl.i/
adverb:
- 1. In a dreadful manner; extremely or very badly.
- Example: The storm last night was dreadfully intense, causing widespread damage.
- 2. In a way that causes fear or apprehension; alarmingly.
- Example: She was dreadfully afraid of speaking in public.
- 3. Used for emphasis, typically to indicate a negative quality.
- Example: He seemed dreadfully tired after the long journey.
- 4. In a way that is very unpleasant or unfortunate.
- Example: The movie was dreadfully boring, and we left before it ended.
- 5. To a great extent or degree.
- Example: She was dreadfully upset after hearing the bad news.
Etymology
From Middle English dredful, from dread + -fully.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dreadfully sorry:
Feeling very regretful or apologetic.
dreadfully ill:
Suffering from a serious illness.
dreadfully boring:
Extremely uninteresting.
Related Words
dread:
A strong fear or apprehension.
dreadful:
Causing dread.
Slang Meanings of dreadfully
Meaning: Used for emphasis to describe something very bad.
Example Sentence: That movie was dreadfully boring!
Meaning: An expression of frustration or annoyance.
Example Sentence: I'm dreadfully tired of this nonsense.