Rottenly: meaning, definitions and examples
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rottenly
[ หrษtษnli ]
moral context
Rottenly is an adverb that describes an action or state that is morally corrupt or depraved. It can also refer to something being in a state of decay or foulness, often used to describe situations, behaviors, or conditions that are seen as unpleasant or unacceptable. The term encapsulates a strong sense of negativity and deterioration, highlighting the degree to which something is considered bad or unethical.
Synonyms
corruptly, depravedly, immorally
Examples of usage
- He treated his friends rottenly.
- The deal was handled rottenly from the start.
- She spoke to him rottenly, showing no respect.
Translations
Translations of the word "rottenly" in other languages:
๐ต๐น podre
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคกเคผเคพเคเคง เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช verfault
๐ฎ๐ฉ busuk
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะฝะธะปะพ
๐ต๐ฑ zgniลy
๐ฏ๐ต ่ ใฃใ
๐ซ๐ท pourri
๐ช๐ธ podrido
๐น๐ท รงรผrรผmรผล
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฉ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุชุนูู
๐จ๐ฟ zhnilรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ zhniฤพ
๐จ๐ณ ่ ็็
๐ธ๐ฎ gnil
๐ฎ๐ธ rotnun
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแซแฃแ แแแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ รงรผrรผmรผล
๐ฒ๐ฝ podrido
Etymology
The term 'rottenly' derives from the adjective 'rotten,' which has its roots in Old English โrotianโ meaning to decay or decompose. The suffix โ-lyโ converts the adjective into an adverb, allowing it to describe the manner in which something occurs. The concept of 'rotten' spans back to Middle English and has historically been associated with physical decay, particularly in organic matter, but over time it has also been applied metaphorically to describe the degradation of moral integrity or the quality of human actions. As language evolved, so did its use in various contexts, leading to its application in describing behavior that is considered unethical or despicable. The transition from a physical description of decomposition to a broader moral connotation illustrates the rich adaptability of language.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,931, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.