Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dreadly

Adverb
/ˈdrɛdli/
Definition
In a manner that expresses dread or fear; characterized by feelings of dread.
Examples
  • The storm approached dreadly, causing everyone to seek shelter.
  • She dreadly predicted the outcome of the meeting based on past experiences.
  • His dreadly attitude made it clear that he was not excited about the plans.
Meaning
The term ‘dreadly’ is used to describe something done with a strong feeling of apprehension or fear.
Synonyms
  • fearfully
  • apprehensively
  • anxiously