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Nastily Definition & Meaning

nastily
adverb
  1. in a nasty ill-tempered manner; "`Don't expect me to help you,' he added nastily"

"Nastily" in song lyrics

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  • "The master long laster, be doin it nastily"
    Apache f/ Cee, Double J, Latee, Treach, Vinnie — Woodchuck

Usage tips for "nastily"

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Frequently asked questions

What does nastily mean?
in a nasty ill-tempered manner; "`Don't expect me to help you,' he added nastily"
What part of speech is nastily?
Nastily is an adverb.

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