Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
painfully
Adverb
[ˈpeɪn.fəl.i]
Definition
In a way that causes or relates to physical or emotional pain.
Examples
- She spoke painfully about her experience during the accident.
- The athlete trained painfully to recover from his injury.
- He smiled painfully, trying to hide his discomfort.
Meaning
The adverb ‘painfully’ describes an action or state that is associated with discomfort or suffering. It can refer to both physical sensations and emotional experiences.
Synonyms
- agonizingly
- tormentingly
- severely
- achingly
