How to Pronounce "adversely"
word
ædˈvɝsɫi
ad-VURSE-lee
ædvˈɜːsli
ad-VERSE-lee
Definition
In a way that has a negative or harmful effect; causing problems or making things worse.
IPA Transcription
American English
ædˈvɝsɫi
British English
ædvˈɜːsli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ad-VURSE-lee
UK
ad-VERSE-lee
Listen in Context
The storm adversely affected the crops.
Smoking can adversely impact your health.
The new law might adversely affect small businesses.
If I'm adversely affected by this decision, I'll let you know.