accursedly
|ac-cur-sed-ly|
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/əˈkɜːrsɪdli/
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/əˈkɜːsɪdli/
(accursed)
under a curse
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accursedly' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'accursed,' where 'a-' meant 'in a state of' and 'cursed' meant 'under a curse.'
Historical Evolution
'accursed' changed from the Old English word 'acursian' and eventually became the modern English word 'accursed.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be under a curse,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'detestable or hateful.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is cursed or detestable.
He accursedly blamed everyone for his misfortunes.
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Last updated: 2025/04/16 12:36