Botchedly

/ˈbɑtʃɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a clumsy, poorly executed, or bungled manner.

Etymology

From 'botched,' the past tense of 'botch' (of uncertain origin, possibly from obsolete 'botch' meaning to mend badly), combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly.'

Kelly Says

This word captures that specific feeling when someone tries to fix something but makes it worse—like when your friend 'helps' you with your homework and creates total chaos.

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