adversely

American  

[ad-vurs-lee] / ædˈvɜrs li /

adverb

1. in a negative, contrary, or unfavorable way or direction.

   The report details eleven risk factors that the authors believe adversely affect children's development and well-being.

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Other Word Forms

• unadversely adverb

Etymology

Origin of adversely

adverse ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

“If consumers’ preference for downloading video game content in lieu of physical software continues to increase, our business and financial performance may be adversely impacted.”

From Los Angeles Times

Ellison, whose son David Ellison is chief executive of Paramount, agreed not to revoke the Ellison family trust or adversely transfer its assets while the transaction is pending.

From Los Angeles Times

“Do not use summer-only tires in winter conditions,” Corvette’s retail website notes, “as it would adversely affect vehicle safety, performance and durability.”

From The Wall Street Journal

"My first thoughts are with the victims and witnesses who will be adversely affected by this very regrettable development," she added.

From BBC

It also adversely affects the quest for scarcity of product to stimulate anticipation among fans.

From BBC

Related Words

• negatively
• skeptically