# adverse vs adversely

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### adverse
*adjective · IPA /ˈæd.və(ɹ)s/ · frequency rank #8,382*
Unfavorable; antagonistic in purpose or effect; hostile; actively opposing one's interests or wishes; contrary to one's welfare; acting against; working in an opposing direction.

### adversely
*adverb · frequency rank #20,279*
In an adverse manner.

## Source
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