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dismally

[ˈdɪzməli]

dismally Definition

in a gloomy, depressing, or inadequate manner.

Using dismally: Examples

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

  • Example

    The team performed dismally in the championship.

  • Example

    The company's profits have been dismally low this year.

  • Example

    She looked at him dismally, knowing that their relationship was over.

dismally Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dismally

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Summary: dismally in Brief

The adverb 'dismally' [ˈdɪzməli] means in a gloomy, depressing, or inadequate manner. It is often used to describe poor performance or low levels of success, as in 'The team performed dismally in the championship.' 'Dismally' can also be used to describe a person's mood or outlook, as in 'She looked at him dismally, knowing that their relationship was over.'