Definition

In a way that is related to a funeral or expresses sadness and mourning.

Example

The room was decorated funereally, with dark colors and somber decorations.

Conversation

Did you hear how he spoke about the event so funereally?

Yeah, it really changed the mood in the room.

I thought it was supposed to be a celebration, not a funeral.

Exactly! It felt so out of place.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Funereally → It is derived from "funereal" (from Latin "funereus", meaning relating to a funeral) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "funereally" means in a manner relating to a funeral or death.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'funeral' which relates to death, and remember that 'funereally' describes something done in a manner related to funerals.

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