Definition

In a way that is very bad or shocking; extremely or remarkably bad.

Example

The team egregiously failed to meet the project deadline, causing significant delays.

Conversation

Did you see that match last night?

Yeah, the referee was egregiously unfair to our team.

I couldn't believe some of those calls he made!

Right? It was like he was trying to sabotage us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Egregiously → It is formed from "egregius" (from Latin, meaning distinguished or excellent) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "egregiously" means in a manner that is remarkably bad or outstandingly negative, often used to describe something that is shockingly wrong or inappropriate.

Memory Tip

Think of 'distinguished' ('egregius') to remember that 'egregiously' means something done in a remarkably bad way.

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