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Sordidly: meaning, definitions and examples

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sordidly

 

[ ˈsɔːrdɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

moral context

Sordidly refers to the manner in which something is done in a morally ignoble or dirty way. It can describe actions that are morally questionable or base in nature.

Synonyms

disgracefully, foully, shamefully.

Examples of usage

  • He sordidly negotiated the deal for personal gain.
  • The story was sordidly detailed, leaving nothing to the imagination.
  • They lived sordidly, caring little for hygiene or appearance.

Translations

Translations of the word "sordidly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sórdido

🇮🇳 गंदगी से

🇩🇪 schmutzig

🇮🇩 kotor

🇺🇦 гидко

🇵🇱 brudny

🇯🇵 卑劣に

🇫🇷 sordide

🇪🇸 sórdido

🇹🇷 açıkça

🇰🇷 추잡하게

🇸🇦 بشع

🇨🇿 ohavně

🇸🇰 ohavne

🇨🇳 肮脏地

🇸🇮 sramotno

🇮🇸 sólar

🇰🇿 сұмдық

🇬🇪 ბინძურ

🇦🇿 iyrənc

🇲🇽 sórdido

Etymology

The word 'sordidly' originates from the Latin word 'sordidus', which means 'dirty, filthy, or squalid'. It accentuates a sense of moral degradation or lowliness, often evoking imagery of both physical and ethical dirtiness. The transition from Latin to Middle English saw the term evolve into its current form, emphasizing its connection to not only physical states but also moral attitudes. Over time, 'sordidly' has come to embody the actions and lifestyles that are considered base or contemptible, reflecting the cultural and societal views on morality and cleanliness.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,774, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.