unforgivably

Thân thiện

He acted unforgivably when he broke his promise to his best friend.

Definition

Adverb: - In a manner that cannot be forgiven or excused; to an unpardonable degree. It describes an action done so badly, cruelly, or offensively that it is beyond justification or pardon.

Usage and Examples

The adverb "unforgivably" is used to modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb, emphasizing the extreme and inexcusable nature of an action or quality.

• He acted unforgivably by betraying their trust.
• The report was unforgivably late, causing major problems for the project.
• She was unforgivably rude to the guests.

Advanced Usage

• "unforgivably" + Adjective: Often used to intensify a negative adjective, stressing that the quality is so strong it cannot be overlooked.
  • The movie's plot was unforgivably predictable.
  • His mistake was unforgivably careless.

Variants and Related Words

• Unforgivable (adjective): Describing an action or thing that cannot be forgiven.
  • That was an unforgivable error.
• Forgive (verb): To stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for an offense.
• Forgivably (adverb): In a manner that can be forgiven or excused (antonym).

Synonyms

• Inexcusably
• Unpardonably
• Indefensibly
• Unjustifiably

Antonyms

• Forgivably
• Excusably
• Pardonably
• Understandably

Related Phrases and Idioms

While "unforgivably" itself is not typically part of a set idiom, it is used in constructions that convey strong condemnation. - To cross a line unforgivably: To violate a fundamental rule or principle in a way that destroys trust or acceptance. * With that malicious comment, he crossed a line unforgivably.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an unpardonable manner or to an unpardonable degree
   • he was inexcusably cruel to his wife

Từ đồng nghĩa

• inexcusably
• unpardonably