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lamentably

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Lamentably (adv) means used to say that something is sadly disappointing or a great shame.

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1
Used to say that something is sadly disappointing or a great shame.
"Lamentably the good too die; we will all mourn his passing."
2
In a way that shows deep grief or sorrow.
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Etymology

From Middle English lamentably, equivalent to lamentable + -ly.

sadly deplorably woefully

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What is the meaning of lamentably?
"lamentably" (adv) means used to say that something is sadly disappointing or a great shame.
What is another word for lamentably?
Other words for "lamentably" include sadly, deplorably, woefully.
What are the different meanings of lamentably?
"lamentably" has 2 main meanings: 1. Used to say that something is sadly disappointing or a great shame; 2. In a way that shows deep grief or sorrow.

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