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Definition of noxiously
noxiously
/ˈnɑːk.ʃəs.li/
nox · ious · ly
Adjective:noxious
noxiously Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a manner that is harmful, poisonous, or physically injurious to living beings.
Example
"The chemical spill reacted noxiously with the surrounding soil, contaminating the local groundwater supply."
2
In an extremely unpleasant, foul, or morally corrupting manner.
Example
"Stagnant water in the neglected canal smelled noxiously during the height of the summer heatwave."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'noxious' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back to the Latin 'noxius' (harmful or injurious), from 'noxa' (harm, damage).
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