Definition

In a manner that causes or relates to disease or plague; harmful or destructive.

Example

The air was pestilentially filled with the stench of decay.

Conversation

Did you notice how pestilentially humid it got today?

Yeah, it felt like I was walking through a swamp!

I can't believe summer is just starting, and it's already so unbearable.

I know, right? I hope we get some cooler days soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pestilentially → It is formed from "pestilent" (from Latin "pestilens", meaning causing plague) and the suffix "-ially" (meaning in a manner). The word "pestilentially" means in a manner that is harmful or causing disease, akin to a plague.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'causing plague' ('pestilent') and how it can be done 'in a manner' ('-ially'). This helps you remember that 'pestilentially' refers to something harmful or disease-causing.

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