adversely

adverb

Definition of adverselynext
as in negatively

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Recent Examples of adversely In a video posted on social media, Green shared that Lala brought more than 28 inches of rain in parts of the state, adversely affecting bridges, roads and schools. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 Those known from existing relationships as high performers may get a boost while those with reputations as low performers could be adversely affected. — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026 Symptoms can also adversely affect certain demographics more, including newborns, older adults, and people with medical conditions like diabetes. — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2026 Coffee that interferes with sleep may indirectly damage cardiovascular health, since inadequate sleep can adversely affect blood pressure, appetite, glucose regulation and overall well-being. — Robert Glatter, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for adversely
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adversely
  1. negatively
  2. unfavorably
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  • It should be noted that women tend to view AI more negatively than men.
    — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Sheryl also said her daughter’s teeth situation has negatively impacted her mental health.
    — Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of negatively
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  • Denver voters’ opinion of Mayor Mike Johnston continued to decline in a new poll released Thursday, with fully 50% of respondents viewing the first-term city leader unfavorably, according to the Colorado Polling Institute.
    — Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The larger issue is that anyone replacing Kornheiser would be compared with him, likely unfavorably.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of unfavorably

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“Adversely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adversely. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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