scurvily (Meaning)
scurvily (r)
in a despicable, ignoble manner
scurvily (adv.)
In a scurvy manner.
Synonyms & Antonyms of scurvily
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Synonyms:
- revolting
- contemptible
- scabby
- pitiable
- ratty
- grubby
- vile
- despicable
- odious
- deplorable
- loathsome
- sneaking
- scummy
- lousy
- detestable
- abominable
- sorry
- paltry
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Synonyms:
- execrable
- base
- dishonorable
- craven
- revulsive
- cruddy
- repulsive
- squalid
- ignominious
- low
- discreditable
- censurable
- unethical
- reptilian
- abhorrent
- disgraceful
- blamable
- reproachable
- shabby
- unscrupulous
- disreputable
- shameful
- repugnant
- condemnable
- unprincipled
- ignoble
- dastardly
- sordid
- reprehensible
- cowardly
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No weak antonyms found.
scurvily Sentence Examples
- The pirate's scurvily-ridden gums bled profusely from even the slightest touch.
- The lack of vitamin C in their diet left the sailors scurvily and weak.
- The expedition suffered greatly from scurvy, with many succumbing to the disease.
- The doctor prescribed lemon juice to treat the scurvily-affected crew.
- The ship's biscuits were infested with weevils, contributing to the scurvily outbreak.
- The sailors' swollen joints and bleeding gums were telltale signs of scurvy.
- The captain ordered the crew to eat fresh fruit and vegetables to combat scurvily.
- The surgeon amputated several scurvily-damaged limbs to prevent infection.
- The outbreak of scurvy on the ship crippled the crew and endangered the voyage.
- The sailors' scurvily was so severe that they could barely hoist the sails.
FAQs About the word scurvily
in a despicable, ignoble mannerIn a scurvy manner.
wretched, mean, cheap,lame, hateful, pitiful, nasty, disgusting, dirty, revolting
creditable, praiseworthy, meritorious, admirable, redoubtable, meritorious, scrupulous, honorable,admirable, creditable
The pirate's scurvily-ridden gums bled profusely from even the slightest touch.
The lack of vitamin C in their diet left the sailors scurvily and weak.
The expedition suffered greatly from scurvy, with many succumbing to the disease.
The doctor prescribed lemon juice to treat the scurvily-affected crew.
