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Definition of troublingly
troublingly
/ˈtrʌb.lɪŋ.li/
trou · bling · ly
Adjective:troubling
troublingly Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a manner or to a degree that causes worry, distress, or unease.
Example
"The rate of coastal erosion has accelerated troublingly over the past two decades."
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Troublingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/troublingly