Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amateurishly
adverb
/ˌæməˈtɜːrɪʃli/

Definition
In a manner that shows a lack of skill or professionalism, typically because of being inexperienced or untrained.

Examples
- She played the piano amateurishly, missing several notes during the performance.
- The painting was amateurishly done, lacking the finesse of a professional artist.

Meaning
The term describes an action that is performed without the skill or expertise usually expected from a professional, often suggesting that the person is doing it as a hobby rather than as a job.

Synonyms
- clumsily
- ineptly
- unskillfully