Definition

In a way that shows great unhappiness or discomfort.

Example

She felt miserably alone after her friends left.

Conversation

How did your exam go yesterday?

Honestly, I felt like I did miserably on it.

Oh no, I'm sure it wasn't that bad!

I hope you're right, but I just couldn't focus.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Miserably** → It is formed from "miser" (from Latin *miser*, meaning wretched or unhappy) and "-ably" (a suffix used to form adverbs indicating a manner). The word "miserably" means in a manner that is wretched or unhappy.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for wretched, 'miser', to remember that 'miserably' describes doing something in a wretched or unhappy way.

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