damnably
/ˈdæmnəbli/
ADVERB
1. Extremely badly or reprehensibly
In a manner that is extremely bad, wicked, offensive, or deserving of strong condemnation.
1.1. Morally wrong or deserving condemnation
Used to emphasize that an action, behavior, or situation is morally objectionable, disgraceful, or deserving of severe disapproval.
Synonyms
- abominably
- atrociously
- deplorably
- detestably
- execrably
- flagrantly
- odiously
- reprehensibly
- vilely
Antonyms
- acceptably
- appropriately
- decently
- correctly
- faithfully
- rightly
- respectably
Examples
- The delay in the project was damnably frustrating for everyone involved.
- His conduct was damnably reprehensible and brought disgrace upon the organization.
Related Words
- damnable
- damned
- abominable
- abhorrent
- deplorable
- detestable
- reprehensible
- vile
- wicked
- condemnation
- wrongdoing
1.2. Extremely unpleasant, difficult, or intolerable
Used as an intensifier to describe something exceptionally unpleasant, severe, frustrating, or difficult to endure.
Synonyms
- awfully
- badly
- dreadfully
- horrendously
- horribly
- horrifically
- intolerably
- miserably
- terribly
- unbearably
- unspeakably
- wretchedly
Antonyms
- acceptably
- adequately
- fine
- gratifyingly
- nicely
- satisfactorily
- satisfyingly
- well
Examples
- The weather turned damnably hot, making outdoor activities unbearable.
- Despite their efforts, the team faced a damnably challenging opponent.
- The road conditions were damnably treacherous after the heavy snowfall.
Related Words
- awful
- dreadful
- horrible
- intolerable
- miserable
- terrible
- unbearable
- wretched
- frustrating
- unpleasant
1.3. To an excessively poor or inadequate degree
Used to emphasize that the quality, performance, amount, or standard of something is seriously deficient or unsatisfactory.
Synonyms
- abysmally
- deficiently
- disastrously
- inadequately
- incorrectly
- insufficiently
- lousily
- poorly
- rottenly
- shabbily
- shoddily
- unsatisfactorily
Antonyms
- adequately
- correctly
- exactly
- ideally
- precisely
- satisfactorily
- suitably
Examples
- The report was damnably inadequate and failed to address the central problem.
- The equipment performed damnably poorly during the inspection.
Related Words
- abysmal
- deficient
- inadequate
- inferior
- insufficient
- poor
- shabby
- shoddy
- substandard
- unsatisfactory
1.4. In an excessively or offensively improper manner
Used to stress that something is done in a way that is inappropriate, indecent, vulgar, or unacceptable.
Synonyms
- inappropriately
- indecently
- unacceptably
- unsuitably
- vulgarly
Antonyms
- appropriately
- decorously
- fittingly
- seemly
- suitably
Examples
- The remarks were damnably inappropriate for a formal meeting.
- The speaker behaved damnably indecently in front of the guests.
Related Words
- indecent
- indecorous
- improper
- inappropriate
- unacceptable
- unsuitable
- vulgar
- decorous
- propriety
1.5. Excessively or frustratingly
Used informally as an emphatic intensifier to express strong irritation or frustration about the degree of a quality or condition.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- The deadline was damnably close, leaving the team very little time to finish.
- The instructions were damnably confusing, even for experienced staff.
Related Words
- annoying
- aggravating
- exasperating
- frustrating
- irritating
- intolerable