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confoundedly

/kənˈfaʊn.dɪd.li/
con · found · ed · ly
Adjective:confounded
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• adverb

1

To an annoying, frustrating, or extreme degree; used as an intensifier expressing irritation or emphasis.

Example

"The old brass lock proved confoundedly difficult to open without the original key."

2

In a confused, bewildered, or perplexed manner.

Example

"He stared confoundedly at the contradictory instructions on the assembly manual."

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conformity
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confoundedly
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confoundingly
confraternity

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'confounded' (originally the past participle of 'confound', from Old French 'confondre' and Latin 'confundere', meaning 'to pour together' or 'mix up') plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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