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awfully
01
to a very great or extreme extent or degree
Informal
Examples
The weather turned awfully cold overnight.
The news about the accident was awfully distressing.
02
in a very bad, unpleasant, or unfortunate way
Examples
He behaved awfully toward his coworkers.
The children were awfully treated at the orphanage.
03
in a way that shows or evokes awe or dread
Old useExamples
She looked awfully at the sacred relic.
The prophet spoke awfully, warning of doom.
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