adversely

[ad-vurs-lee]

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.

Other Word Forms

• unadversely adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of adversely¹

adverse ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Parents were told "lower than expected numbers" meant the curriculum would be "too adversely affected" to provide A level students with "the experience they require and deserve".

From BBC

It said "unusual weather" had resulted in this year's spring barley being ready to harvest earlier than usual - but it had also adversely affected the quality of the grain.

From BBC

Warner may have initially captured our fondness via his most famous character, but he securely established his individuality over the years to a degree that his mentor’s allegations didn’t adversely affect his career.

From Salon

Over-abstraction of water, particularly during a drought, can severely impact river levels and adversely affect fish and other wildlife and their habitats as well as intensify pollution levels.

From BBC

According to the report, its data center operation did "not adversely affect groundwater conditions in the area".

From BBC

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