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mercifully

[ˈmərsɪfəli]

mercifully Definition

  • 1in a way that shows mercy or compassion
  • 2in a way that brings relief from something unpleasant or difficult

Using mercifully: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mercifully" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The doctor mercifully put her out of her misery.

  • Example

    Mercifully, the rain stopped before the game started.

  • Example

    He was mercifully spared from having to give a speech.

mercifully Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mercifully

Antonyms for mercifully

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Summary: mercifully in Brief

The adverb 'mercifully' [ˈmərsɪfəli] refers to acting with mercy or compassion, or bringing relief from something unpleasant or difficult. It is often used to describe a situation where something fortunate happens, as in 'Mercifully, the rain stopped before the game started.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

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