Dismally
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɪz.mə.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Dismally is an adverb meaning In a dismal manner.
Meaning
In a dismal manner.
Example Sentences
The ribs of the few horses showed dismally.
Outside an owl was hooting most dismally in the darkness.
Boris Johnson's speech to the nation on Sunday May 10 was rambly, incoherent, and he failed dismally in his attempt to sound Churchillian.
Synonyms for dismally
Depending on context, synonyms include drearily, dreadfully.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include drearily, dreadfully, depressingly, miserably, woefully, sadly.
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