Definition

In a way that is very unpleasant or disgusting; in a manner that causes strong dislike or hatred.

Example

The behavior of the villain was abominably cruel, shocking everyone in the town.

Conversation

Did you see how he treated his teammates during the game?

Yeah, it was abominably rude of him.

I can't believe he acted that way, especially in front of everyone.

Right? It really puts a bad vibe on the whole team.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abominably is formed from "abominabilis" (from Latin, meaning detestable or loathsome) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word describes an action done in a detestable or loathsome manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'detestable' ('abominabilis') to remember that 'abominably' means doing something in a loathsome way.

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