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Gruesomely - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Gruesomely means in a way that is extremely unpleasant, horrifying, or shocking, often involving violence or death. It describes actions or scenes that cause disgust or fear.

gruesomely

/ˈɡruːsəmli/ /ˈɡruːsəmli/

Definition:

In a horrifying or repulsive manner, often involving violence or death.

Synonyms:

horribly, disgustingly, frightfully, shockingly

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

pleasantly, beautifully

Common Collocations:

gruesomely detailed, gruesomely murdered, gruesomely described

Derivatives:

gruesome, gruesomeness

Usage Tips:

Use "gruesomely" to emphasize extreme horror or disgust in descriptions of events or scenes.

Common Phrases:

gruesomely fascinating, gruesomely accurate, gruesomely realistic

Etymology:

Derived from "gruesome," from Middle English "grūsen" (to shudder) + "-ly."

Examples:

  • 1. The crime scene was described gruesomely in the report.
  • 2. She shuddered at the movie’s gruesomely realistic effects.
  • 3. The novel depicted the battle gruesomely but vividly.
  • 4. He recounted the accident gruesomely, making everyone uncomfortable.

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