Definitions
In a negative, unfavorable, or denying way.
Word origin
From negative + -ly.
Used in a sentence
“Society is produced by our wants, and government by our wickedness; the former promotes our happiness positively, by uniting our affections; the latter negatively, by restraining our vices.”
“Allow me to introduce myself—first, negatively. ¶ No landlord is my friend and brother, no chambermaid loves me, no waiter worships me, no boots admires and envies me.”
“Having the entire summer off from school negatively affects learning.”
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01“In a bad way”10 letters
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