Displeasurably

/dɪsˈplɛʒərəbli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is displeasing or causes displeasure.

Etymology

From displeasurable plus the adverb suffix -ly, creating a rare double-suffix formation (displeasure + -able + -ly).

Kelly Says

This word is so rare that even English language databases barely record it—it's a perfect example of how you can technically build words that are grammatically correct but practically never used!

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