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Meaning of dismally
The primary meaning of the word "dismally" is to describe something as being extremely bad or of very poor quality.
Etymology of dismally
The word "dismally" has its roots in the Old English word "dismal", which referred to something that was unpleasant or unfavorable.
The word is derived from the Old English words "dis" meaning "un" or "opposite of" and "mal" meaning "time" or "occasion", and was originally used to describe something that was unfavorable or unlucky.
Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include connotations of sadness, depression, and gloominess.
Synonyms
poorly
badly
inadequately
insufficiently
unimpressively
inadequately
unsuccessful
unluckily
gloomily
depressingly
sadly
unhappily
miserably
wretchedly
pitifully
woefully
lamentably
regretfully
disappointingly
dismally
unfavorably
unpropitiously
inauspiciously
unpromisingly
bleakly
grimly
drearily
dismal
gloomily
somberly
mournfully
sorrowfully
dejectedly
despondently
hopelessly
despairingly
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "dismally" is an adverb that means in a way that is extremely bad or of very poor quality, or in a way that causes feelings of sadness or depression.
- * It can also be used to describe something that is gloomy or depressing, such as a dismal day or a dismal outlook.
Usage Examples
- The team played dismally in the championship game, losing by a wide margin.
- * The weather was dismally cold and rainy, making it a perfect day to stay indoors.
- * The economy has been performing dismally, with high unemployment and low growth.
Antonyms
excellently
well
successfully
happily
luckily
favorably
propitiously
auspiciously
promisingly
brightly
cheerfully
hopefully
optimistically
positively
wonderfully
marvelously
superbly
fantastically
extraordinarily
remarkably
exceptionally
brilliantly
impeccably
flawlessly
perfectly