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PERNICIOUSLY

(adverb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Perniciously.

Perniciously - as an adverb

In a harmfully insidious manner

Example: "These drugs act insidiously"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
insidiously15

In a noxiously baneful way

Example: "This banefully poisoned climate"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
banefully17

Example Sentences

"He was perniciously manipulative, always plotting to harm others."
"The perniciously addictive nature of social media can negatively impact mental health."
"She perniciously spread rumors about her coworkers to tarnish their reputation."
"The perniciously high levels of pollution in the city are causing serious health problems."
"The company perniciously deceived its customers with false advertising."
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Word Game Points

Is PERNICIOUSLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, perniciously is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PERNICIOUSLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is PERNICIOUSLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, perniciously is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERNICIOUSLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is PERNICIOUSLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, perniciously is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERNICIOUSLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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