Meaning & Definition of word "Grievously"
Grievously
/ˈɡrivəsli/
adverb:
- 1. In a very serious, severe, or painful manner.
- Example: The accident grievously injured several people, leaving them with permanent disabilities.
- 2. To a great or serious extent.
- Example: He was grievously mistaken in believing that the project would succeed without proper planning.
- 3. In a way that causes grief or distress.
- Example: She grievously felt the loss of her beloved pet, unable to find comfort in the days that followed.
Etymology
●From the word 'grievous', which comes from Old French 'grievous' and Latin 'grievosus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grievously mistaken:
Having made a serious or severe error.
grievously injured:
Hurt severely.
grievously offended:
Feeling deep pain or resentment.
Related Words
grievous:
Causing grief or great sorrow.
grieve:
To feel or express sorrow or distress.
grief:
Intense sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.
Slang Meanings of grievously
Meaning: Severely affected or impacted.
● Example Sentence: I'm grievously tired after that workout.
Meaning: To mess up badly.
● Example Sentence: He grievously dropped the ball on that presentation.