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Meaning of unpleasantly
The primary meaning of "unpleasantly" is in a way that is not pleasing or agreeable.
Etymology of unpleasantly
The word "unpleasantly" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, with "un-" being a prefix meaning "not" and "pleasant" derived from Old French "plaisant", ultimately from Latin "placere", meaning "to please"
Historically, "unpleasantly" has been used since the 15th century to describe experiences or sensations that are not enjoyable or agreeable
Synonyms
uncomfortably
painfully
disagreeably
distastefully
offensively
unpalatably
harshly
bitterly
acutely
severely
badly
poorly
awfully
terribly
horribly
dreadfully
fearfully
woefully
miserably
wretchedly
lamentably
deplorably
regretfully
sadly
unhappily
unpleasantly
disagreeably
unappealingly
uninvitingly
unsavorily
Definitions
- In a manner that is disagreeable or offensive
- * To a degree that is uncomfortable or unpleasant
Usage Examples
- The medicine tasted unpleasantly bitter
- * The news was received unpleasantly by the staff
- * The hotel room smelled unpleasantly of mold and decay
Antonyms
pleasantly
nicely
agreeably
enjoyably
delightfully
pleasingly
satisfactorily
comfortably
happily
joyfully
cheerfully
brightly
warmly
kindly
gently
softly
quietly
peacefully
calmly
serenely
smoothly
silkily