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Moderateadverse
The correct spelling is adverse.
How to pronounce adverse
/ədˈvɜ(ɹ)s/
adjectiveIPA: /ədˈvɜ(ɹ)s/
Say it like: Adv-ers-e
The correct spelling is adverse. Unfavorable; antagonistic in purpose or effect; hostile; actively opposing one's interests or wishes; contrary to one's welfare; acting against; working in an opposing direction. For example: "adverse criticism"
Usage Examples
“adverse criticism”
“adverse circumstances”
“the adverse page”
Definition
adjective
- 1.Unfavorable; antagonistic in purpose or effect; hostile; actively opposing one's interests or wishes; contrary to one's welfare; acting against; working in an opposing direction.
- 2.Opposed; contrary; opposing one's interests or desire.
- 3.Opposite; confronting.
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