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Meaning of gruesomely
The primary meaning of "gruesomely" is in a manner that is shocking or disturbing, often due to being violent, bloody, or repulsive.
Etymology of gruesomely
The word "gruesomely" originates from the adjective "gruesome", which is derived from the Scots word "grue", meaning "to shudder" and the suffix "-some", indicating a condition or quality.
Historically, the word "gruesome" emerged in the 15th century, initially used to describe something that inspires horror or dread, with "gruesomely" following as an adverbial form to describe the manner in which something is done.
Synonyms
horribly
terribly
awfully
frightfully
shockingly
appallingly
gruesomely
hideously
horribly
heinously
atrociously
horrifically
terrifyingly
dreadfully
fearfully
alarmingly
disturbingly
unsettlingly
unnervingly
repulsively
disgustingly
nauseatingly
sickeningly
ghastly
macabrely
grotesquely
repugnantly
offensively
detestably
abhorrently
Definitions
- In a shockingly or disturbingly violent, bloody, or repulsive manner
- * In a way that is unpleasantly or unnervingly graphic or explicit
Usage Examples
- The movie ended gruesomely, with the main character meeting a violent death.
- * The news report described the accident gruesomely, leaving out no details of the carnage.
Antonyms
pleasantly
nicely
attractively
appealingly
beautifully
wonderfully
marvelously
miraculously
amazingly
stunningly
impressively
delightfully
charmingly
alluringly
enticingly
temptingly
soothingly
calmingly
gently
mildly
moderately