Abominably — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective adverb /ə-ˈbäm-nə-bəl/ abom·i·na·ble

Meaning & Definition of Abominably

Abominably (adjective)

  1. worthy of or causing disgust or hatred, detestable
  2. very bad or unpleasant

Abominably (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in terribly, horribly

    similar: appallingly, awfully, dreadfully, horrendously, horribly, horridly, shockingly, sickeningly, terribly, vilely, alarmingly, disturbingly, perturbingly, traumatically, unsettlingly, badly, disagreeably, ill, unpleasantly, annoyingly, disgustingly, distressingly, irritatingly, vexingly, alack, alas, ay, wirra (Irish), woe, unhappily, unluckily, lamentably, regrettably, sadly, tragically, unfortunately
    opposite: blessedly, fortunately, happily, luckily, thankfully, advantageously, helpfully, excellently, superbly, marvelously, sensationally, wonderfully, agreeably, charmingly, delectably, deliciously, delightfully, dreamily, enchantingly, enjoyably, favorably, felicitously, fetchingly, gloriously, gratifyingly, great, nicely, palatably, pleasantly, pleasingly, pleasurably, prettily, satisfyingly, splendidly, sweetly, swimmingly, welcomely, well, winningly, finely, grandly, magnificently

Related Entry: Abominable (adjective)

Abominable is a different word from Abominably. The synonyms below are for abominable, not for abominably.

  1. causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment

    "your table manners are abominable!"

    similar: abhorrent, appalling, awful, disgusting, distasteful, dreadful, evil, foul, fulsome, gross, hideous, horrendous, horrible, horrid, loathsome, nasty, nauseating, nauseous, noisome, noxious, obnoxious, obscene, odious, offensive, rancid, repellent, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, scandalous, shocking, sickening, ugly
    related: exceptionable, objectionable, brackish, disagreeable, dislikable, unpleasant, contemptible, despicable, detestable, hard, hateful, unhealthy, unsavory, unwholesome, execrable, lousy, miserable, atrocious, frightful, ghastly, grim, grisly, gruesome, heinous, horrific, horrifying, lurid, macabre, monstrous, nightmarish, sick, sickish, sickly, terrible, unspeakable, vile, off-putting, undesirable, unwanted, unwelcome, barbarous, unchristian, uncivilized, ungodly, unholy, distressing, disturbing, upsetting
    opposite: innocuous, inoffensive
    near: acceptable, agreeable, alluring, appealing, attractive, blessed, congenial, darling, delectable, delicious, delightful, delightsome, desirable, dreamy, dulcet, enjoyable, felicitous, gratifying, heavenly, inviting, likable, luscious, nice, palatable, pleasant, pleasing, pleasurable, satisfying, savory, sweet, welcome, unexceptionable, unobjectionable, healthful, healthy, restorative, salubrious, salutary, wholesome

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Abominably

The most common words with a similar meaning to Abominably:

Irish: wirra
appallingly, awfully, dreadfully, horrendously, horribly, horridly, shockingly, sickeningly, terribly, vilely, alarmingly, disturbingly, perturbingly, traumatically, unsettlingly, badly, disagreeably, ill, unpleasantly, annoyingly, disgustingly, distressingly, irritatingly, vexingly, alack, alas, ay, woe, unhappily, unluckily, lamentably, regrettably, sadly, tragically, unfortunately

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Abominably

Words with the opposite meaning of Abominably:

blessedly, fortunately, happily, luckily, thankfully, advantageously, helpfully, excellently, superbly, marvelously, sensationally, wonderfully, agreeably, charmingly, delectably, deliciously, delightfully, dreamily, enchantingly, enjoyably, favorably, felicitously, fetchingly, gloriously, gratifyingly, great, nicely, palatably, pleasantly, pleasingly

Word Forms of Abominably

Derived words: abominably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Abominably

Middle English abhomynable, abomynable, borrowed from Anglo-French abhominable, abominable, borrowed from Late Latin abōminābilis, abhominābilis (spelling influenced by Latin ab homine "from the man"), from abōminārī "to detest, abominate" + -ābilis -able

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Abominably

What does "Abominably" mean?

"Abominably" means worthy of or causing disgust or hatred, detestable. As an an adjective and an adverb, it is defined as: worthy of or causing disgust or hatred, detestable.

What is another word for "Abominably"?

Other words for "Abominably" include appallingly, awfully, dreadfully, horrendously, horribly, horridly, shockingly and sickeningly. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Abominably" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Abominably"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Abominably". Common alternatives include appallingly, awfully, dreadfully, horrendously, horribly, horridly, shockingly, sickeningly, terribly and vilely.

What is the opposite of "Abominably"?

Antonyms of "Abominably" include blessedly, fortunately, happily, luckily, thankfully, advantageously, helpfully and excellently.

Is "Abominably" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Abominably" can be used as an adjective and an adverb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Abominably"?

"Abominably" is pronounced /ə-ˈbäm-nə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as abom·i·na·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Abominably"?

"Abominably" comes from Middle English abhomynable, abomynable, borrowed from Anglo-French abhominable, abominable, borrowed from Late Latin abōminābilis, abhominābilis (spelling influenced by Latin ab homine "from the man"), from abōminārī "to detest, abominate" + -ābilis -able. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Abominably" meaning "as in terribly, horribly"?

When "Abominably" (adverb) means as in terribly, horribly, synonyms include appallingly, awfully, dreadfully, horrendously, horribly and horridly. Opposites in this sense include blessedly, fortunately, happily and luckily.