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miserably Synonyms

Another word for miserably

Choosing another word for miserably depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

To a very poor, inadequate, or unsuccessful degree (especially with verbs of failing or falling short).

Usage Example

"Despite months of expensive advertising, the new product launch failed dismally."

Strongest
dismally
abysmally
woefully
Strong
wretchedly
pitifully
pathetically
hopelessly
lamentably
deplorably

• adverb (Context 2)

In a wretchedly unhappy, uncomfortable, or dejected manner.

Usage Example

"The stranded commuters waited wretchedly in the freezing rain for the replacement bus."

Strongest
wretchedly
unhappily
Strong
dejectedly
despondently
forlornly
dismally
sorrowfully
gloomy

Opposites of miserably

The opposite of miserably shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

happily
joyfully
cheerfully
contentedly
splendidly
spectacularly
triumphantly
blissfully
See all opposites of miserably

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