painfully
|pain-ful-ly|
B2
/ˈpeɪn.fəl.i/
(painful)
full of pain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'painfully' originates from the word 'painful,' which comes from the Old French 'peine,' meaning 'punishment, suffering.'
Historical Evolution
'painful' evolved from the Old French 'peine' and eventually became the modern English word 'painful,' with 'painfully' as its adverbial form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'causing pain or suffering,' and over time it evolved to also mean 'to an extreme degree.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that causes pain or discomfort.
He painfully twisted his ankle during the game.
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Last updated: 2025/04/25 19:57