Definition

In a way that is lower in position or quality compared to something else.

Example

The team performed inferiorly compared to their rivals in the championship.

Conversation

I noticed that some of the comments on the project were written inferiorly.

Yeah, I saw that too; it really didn't reflect the team's effort.

It's frustrating when people judge our work inferiorly without understanding the context.

Totally! I think we should address it in our next meeting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inferiorly → It is formed from "inferior" (from Latin "inferior", meaning lower or beneath) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "inferiorly" means in a manner that is lower or of lesser quality.

Memory Tip

Think of 'inferior' meaning lower, and remember that 'inferiorly' describes doing something in a lower or lesser way.

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