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Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint - Adverbs of Negative Results

These adverbs are used to indicate that an action ended with unfavorable results, such as "disastrously", "irreparably", "fatally", etc.

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Categorized Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint

in a way that wastes time, resources, or effort

Ex: Due to poor organization , the project team worked inefficiently, causing delays in project completion .
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disastrously
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in an extremely unsuccessful or unfortunate way

Ex: The military campaign ended disastrously, with significant losses and no strategic gains .
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irreparably
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in a way that cannot be fixed

Ex: Mismanagement of funds can lead to irreparably damaging the financial stability of a business .
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in vain
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without success or achieving the desired result

Ex: The doctor worked tirelessly to save the patient , but unfortunately , all efforts proved to be in vain, and the patient could not be revived .
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in a manner that causes a lot of damage, often on a big scale

Ex: The war escalated catastrophically, causing displacement of entire populations and devastating landscapes .
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with the intent of causing harm

Ex: The construction project proceeded destructively, causing disruption to the local ecosystem and natural habitats .
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in a manner that does not achieve the desired outcome

Ex: The experiment was conducted unsuccessfully, yielding inconclusive results and no significant findings .
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tragically
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in a way that is extremely unfortunate, sorrowful, or leads to great distress

Ex: The sudden and tragically unexpected death of a beloved leader shocked the nation .
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improperly
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in a way that is not correct or not suitable

Ex: The construction project faced delays due to improperly executed building plans .
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fatally
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in a way that is capable of causing death

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mortally
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in a way that results in death or severe harm

Ex: The criminal act was committed mortally, leading to the tragic loss of innocent lives .
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lethally
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in a way that has the potential to cause serious harm or death

Ex: The chemical spill in the river had lethally harmful effects on aquatic life , causing a significant environmental disaster .
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terminally
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in a way that is connected to a severe and usually incurable illness or condition

Ex: She devoted her time to supporting organizations that assist terminally ill children .
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in a way that presents difficulties or challenges

Ex: The team 's communication breakdown occurred problematically, hindering project progress .
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inevitably
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in a way that cannot be stopped or avoided, and certainly happens

Ex: As the population grows , urban areas inevitably expand to accommodate the increasing demand for housing .
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in a way that cannot be regained or recovered

Ex: The confidential information was leaked , leading to irretrievably damaged reputations .
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in a way that causes strong public disagreement

Ex: The politician 's statement on the hot-button issue was controversially received , dividing public opinion .
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ominously
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in a way that hints at something bad about to happen or a feeling of approaching danger

Ex: As the detective investigated the crime scene , he discovered an ominously placed clue that hinted at a more significant threat .
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in a way that seems opposite to what one would expect

Ex: Paradoxically, her fear of failure became the driving force behind her remarkable success .
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notoriously
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in a way that is widely known or recognized typically for negative reasons

Ex: The restaurant was notoriously known for its slow service and inconsistent food quality .
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haphazardly
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in a way that lacks order or planning, often appearing random

Ex: The flowers in the garden were planted haphazardly, giving it a wild and untamed appearance .
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unavoidably
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in a way that cannot be prevented or escaped

Ex: Changes in weather conditions unavoidably affect outdoor events , sometimes leading to cancellations .
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inexorably
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in a way that is impossible to prevent or change

Ex: Economic trends often unfold inexorably, influencing markets and industries .
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infamously
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in a manner that is widely known for bad reasons

Ex: The political scandal became infamously associated with corruption at the highest levels .
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