adversely
UK/æd'vɝsli/US
TOEFLB2
Definitions
adv.
In a harmful or unfavorable way.
不利地，有害地。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedadverseto, toward, near
+
-lyturn
=adversely
adverse + -ly = in an adverse way. Almost always 'adversely affect/impact.' See adverse.
Common Collocations
- 1.adversely affect对……产生不利影响
- 2.adversely impact对……造成负面影响
Example Sentences
- 1.
Rising costs could adversely affect profits.
- 2.
The drug may adversely impact sleep.