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Definition of grindingly

grindingly

/ˈɡɹaɪn.dɪŋ.li/
grind · ing · ly
Adjective:grinding
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• adverb

1

In a relentless, oppressive, or exhaustingly slow and difficult manner; to an unbearably harsh degree.

Example

"The relief workers assisted families living in a grindingly poor region where clean water was scarce."

2

With a harsh, grating, or scraping sound or motion.

Example

"The old freight train came to a halt, its rusted brakes engaging grindingly against the wheels."

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• Rhymes for grindingly

• Nearby Words

grindelia
grinder
grinding
grindingly
grindle
grindstone
grinner

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Grindingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/grindingly
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