Casually and Ruefully

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Casually adverb - In an unconcerned manner.

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Ruefully is an antonym for casually.

Nearby Words: casual, casualty

Ruefully adverb - With feelings of bitterness or grief.

Usage example: ruefully accepted the fact that the drunk driver would never adequately pay for his crime

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Casually is an antonym for ruefully.

Nearby Words: rueful, ruefulness

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