Definition of atrociously

atrociouslyadverb

tàn bạo

/əˈtrəʊʃəsli//əˈtrəʊʃəsli/

"Atrociously" comes from the Latin word "atrox," meaning "fierce" or "cruel." The word entered English in the 14th century, initially meaning "wild" or "savage." Over time, it evolved to describe something exceptionally bad or wicked. The "ly" suffix was added to create the adverb "atrociously," meaning "in an extremely cruel or wicked manner." Therefore, the word's origin reflects its meaning, highlighting the savagery and cruelty associated with something done "atrociously."

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very badly

rất tệ

Example:
  • The movie is badly acted and atrociously directed.

    Phim có diễn xuất tệ và đạo diễn quá tệ.

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in a way that is very cruel and that shocks you

theo cách rất tàn nhẫn và làm bạn sốc

Example:
  • These prisoners have been treated atrociously.

    Những tù nhân này đã bị đối xử tàn bạo.

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