adv
terminally
Terminally (adv) means In a way that will end in death. Example: “She has been terminally ill for several months.”
adv
1
In a way that will end in death.
"She has been terminally ill for several months."
2
To an extreme or hopeless degree (informal, exaggerated use).
"He's terminally boring at parties."
How to use terminally
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMostly used in "terminally ill," meaning an illness that will end in death; also used loosely for "hopelessly" or "chronically."
Common pairings
terminally ill
terminally uncool
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more terminally
- Superlative
- most terminally
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Etymology
From terminal + the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Rhymes for terminally
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What does “terminally” mean?
The word “terminally” means in a way that will end in death. In plain terms, mostly used in "terminally ill," meaning an illness that will end in death; also used loosely for "hopelessly" or "chronically.".
How do you use “terminally” in a sentence?
Here is “terminally” used in a sentence: “She has been terminally ill for several months.”
What part of speech is “terminally”?
“Terminally” is an adverb.
How many meanings does “terminally” have?
“Terminally” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that will end in death.
