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ill-naturedly

The word “ill-naturedly” has 4 syllables: ill-na-tured-ly

It's pronounced as /ɪl ˈneɪtʃərdli/

What is synonym and antonym for ill-naturedly?

In the thesaurus, “ill-naturedly” has 58 synonyms and 33 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ill-naturedly along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ill-naturedly

Antonyms for ill-naturedly

  • affably
  • agreeably
  • altruistically
  • amiably
  • angelically
  • benevolently
  • benignantly
  • compassionately
  • considerately
  • cordially
  • divinely
  • feelingly
  • genially
  • gently
  • good-heartedly
  • good-humoredly
  • good-naturedly
  • graciously
  • humanely
  • kindheartedly
  • kindly
  • lovingly
  • mercifully
  • nicely
  • pleasantly
  • sensitively
  • softheartedly
  • solicitously
  • soulfully
  • sweetly
  • sympathetically
  • tenderly
  • thoughtfully

Example Sentences

  • Despite his best efforts to remain calm, he ill-naturedly snapped at his coworker's incessant questions.
  • The cat ill-naturedly hissed and swiped at anyone who tried to approach it.
  • She ill-naturedly grumbled about the inconvenience of having to work late again.
  • The old man ill-naturedly muttered curses under his breath as he struggled with the heavy load.
  • The dog ill-naturedly growled at the unfamiliar visitor, sensing their apprehension.

On this page you'll find 91 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ill-naturedly, such as: acrimoniously, affably, agreeably, altruistically, amiably, angelically, antagonistically.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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