What does mercifully mean?
Mercifully means In a merciful manner..
Mercifully
/ˈmɜː.sɪf.(ə.)li/ · adverb
Meaning
In a merciful manner..
Definitions by Sense
- In a merciful manner.
- Thankfully.
Example Sentences
The whole Planet of the Apes set-up has been ripe for metaphor – from slavery and Afro-American revolution to European conquest of the Americas, even the war on terror. But mercifully, there's no big subtext being troweled on here.
The fruits of these kickstarted endeavors began to show in 1915, first in the deployment of a new range of depth charges. These were, mercifully, smaller than Jellicoe's "crushing hand of God" prototype, and, whilst practically just as lethal to submarines, they were significantly less risky to the launching ship, and could also be carried in larger numbers.
Synonyms for mercifully
Antonyms for mercifully
Related Words
Word Forms
- more mercifully
- most mercifully
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for mercifully?
Common synonyms include showing mercy, with mercy.
What is the opposite of mercifully?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use mercifully in a sentence?
The whole Planet of the Apes set-up has been ripe for metaphor – from slavery and Afro-American revolution to European conquest of the Americas, even the war on terror. But mercifully, there's no big subtext being troweled on here.
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