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!