Rottenly: meaning, definitions and examples

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rottenly

 

[ หˆrษ’tษ™nli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น podre

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคกเคผเคพเค‚เคง เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verfault

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ busuk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฝะธะปะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zgniล‚y

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่…ใฃใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pourri

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ podrido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงรผrรผmรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฉ์€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุนูู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zhnilรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zhniฤพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่…็ƒ‚็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gnil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rotnun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั–ั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒœแƒซแƒฃแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงรผrรผmรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ podrido

Etymology

The term 'rottenly' derives from the adjective 'rotten,' which has its roots in Old English โ€˜rotianโ€™ 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.