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awfully

The correct spelling is awfully.

How to pronounce awfully

/ˈɔːfli/
adverb

IPA: /ˈɔːfli/

Say it like: Awf-ull-ee

The correct spelling is awfully. Badly, terribly. For example: "She led after the swiming and cycling, but ran awfully and came in fourth."

Usage Examples

She led after the swiming and cycling, but ran awfully and came in fourth.

Definition

adverb

  1. 1.Badly, terribly.
  2. 2.Very; exceedingly; extremely; excessively.
  3. 3.In a manner inspiring awe.
  4. 4.Reverently.
  5. 5.Fearfully.

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