painfully
0 antonyms and opposites of painfully, grouped by meaning.
Adverb — In a way that shows or causes pain.
How to use painfully
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English peinfully, built from painful plus the adverb ending -ly.
Full origin of painfully →Frequently asked questions
What does “painfully” mean?
The word “painfully” means in a way that shows or causes pain. In plain terms, in a manner that involves or suggests pain, or as an intensifier meaning "extremely" (usually about something unpleasant).
How do you pronounce “painfully”?
“Painfully” is pronounced PAYN-fuh-lee (/ˈpeɪnfəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “painfully” in a sentence?
Here is “painfully” used in a sentence: “She limped painfully across the room after twisting her ankle.”
What part of speech is “painfully”?
“Painfully” is an adverb.
Where does the word “painfully” come from?
The word “painfully” comes from Middle English. From Middle English peinfully, built from painful plus the adverb ending -ly.
Is “painfully” a common word?
“Painfully” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “painfully” have?
“Painfully” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that shows or causes pain.