Avertedly

/əˈvɜrtɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that averts, turns away, or deflects something; in a way that prevents or wards off.

Etymology

From 'averted' (past participle of 'avert') + '-ly' adverbial suffix. Creates an adverb describing the manner of averting or preventing something.

Kelly Says

This is a technically correct but rarely-used adverb. You're more likely to hear 'deliberately' or 'intentionally' in most modern contexts, making it another gem of archaic precision.

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