luridly en · ADV
Etymology
Etymology tree English lurid Middle English -ly English -ly English luridly From lurid + -ly.
Meanings
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In a lurid manner, in a way that contains gauche details or is intended to shock or horrify.
The details of the crime were luridly and sensationally described.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most luridly | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more luridly | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |