Meaning & Definition of word "Awfully"
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Awfully
/ˈɔːf(ə)li/
adverb:
- 1. To an extreme degree; very.
- Example: The movie was awfully good, much better than I expected.
- 2. In a manner that is very bad or unpleasant.
- Example: The weather was awfully cold during our trip.
- 3. Used as an intensifier to express a strong degree of something.
- Example: I felt awfully tired after running the marathon.
- 4. In an exceedingly or overly exaggerated way.
- Example: She was awfully quick to judge without knowing the facts.
Etymology
From 'awful' + '-ly', originally meaning 'in a way that inspires awe'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Awfully nice:
A sarcastic expression indicating that something is not as nice as it seems.
Awfully good:
Used to emphasize that something is surprisingly good.
Awfully quiet:
Referring to an unusual and noticeable silence.
Related Words
awful:
Inspiring dread or fear; very bad.
awesomeness:
The quality of being extremely impressive or daunting.
Slang Meanings of awfully
Meaning: Really bad or terrible.
Example Sentence: That concert was awfully.
Meaning: Used for emphasis in a casual context.
Example Sentence: I'm awfully hungry right now!