Foulmouthedly

/ˌfaʊlˈmaʊðɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a foul-mouthed manner; in a way characterized by vulgar, offensive, or abusive speech.

Etymology

From 'foul-mouthed' (adjective) + the adverbial suffix '-ly.' This is a rare formation because it stacks two suffixes (the '-ed' in 'foul-mouthed' and the '-ly'), creating a somewhat cumbersome word.

Kelly Says

Words like 'foulmouthedly' show English's incredible flexibility but also its occasional awkwardness—we CAN stack suffixes, but we often avoid doing so because it sounds unnatural, preferring 'in a foul-mouthed way' instead.

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