Anathematically

/ˌænəθəˈmætɪkəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or deserving an anathema; with curse or condemnation.

Etymology

From anathematical plus -ly (manner adverb). Describes an action or quality expressed with the force of a curse or condemnation.

Kelly Says

This adverb piles up Latin and Greek layers until it sounds like an Old Testament prophet—the longer the word, the more dramatic and formal the condemnation being expressed.

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