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The answer was grossly incorrect.
What does Grossly mean?
Grossly means very obviously or extremely.
Dictionary definition
In a very obvious, extreme, or unacceptable way.
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The building was grossly overpriced for its size.
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WordGrossly.
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MeaningGrossly means very obviously or extremely.
ExampleExample: The answer was grossly incorrect.
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- grohss · lee
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- grohss
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- lee
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- Put a little extra energy on grohss.
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Synonyms
Words like Grossly
extremelyTo a very high degree.
obviouslyIn a way that is easy to notice.
seriouslyIn an important or severe way.
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grossly
In an extreme or obvious way.
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