unsuccessfully
Unsuccessfully (adv) means Without achieving the desired result. Example: “She unsuccessfully tried to fix the leak herself before calling a plumber.”
How to use unsuccessfully
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDone, but without success.
Word forms
more unsuccessfully comparative, most unsuccessfully superlative
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She _____ tried to fix the leak herself before calling a plumber.
Etymology
From unsuccessful + -ly or un- + successfully.
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What does “unsuccessfully” mean?
The word “unsuccessfully” means without achieving the desired result. In plain terms, done, but without success.
How do you pronounce “unsuccessfully”?
“Unsuccessfully” is pronounced uhn-suhk-SEHS-fuh-lee (/ˌʌnsəkˈsɛsfəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “unsuccessfully” in a sentence?
Here is “unsuccessfully” used in a sentence: “She unsuccessfully tried to fix the leak herself before calling a plumber.”
What is the opposite of “unsuccessfully”?
The opposite of “unsuccessfully” — its antonyms — is successfully.
What part of speech is “unsuccessfully”?
“Unsuccessfully” is an adverb.
Is “unsuccessfully” a common word?
“Unsuccessfully” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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