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morbidly

/ˈmɔːr.bɪd.li/
mor · bid · ly
Adjective:morbid
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• adverb

1

In a manner characterized by an abnormal, unhealthy, or brooding interest in disturbing, gloomy, or unpleasant subjects, especially death and disease.

Example

"The novelist was morbidly fascinated by the details of Victorian funeral customs."

2

In a manner or to a degree that relates to, causes, or is indicative of a severe medical disease or pathological condition.

Example

"Patients who are morbidly obese face a significantly higher risk of cardiovascular complications."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'morbid' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base word derives from Latin 'morbidus' (diseased or sickly), from 'morbus' (disease).

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