Hardly
Hardly adverb - In a manner so as to cause loss or suffering.
Usage example: the new judge vowed to deal hardly with repeat offenders
Unmercifully and hardly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Unmercifully" instead an adverb "Hardly".
Nearby Word: hard
Unmercifully
Unmercifully adverb - Without pity; in a merciless manner.
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Synonyms for Unmercifully
Hardly and unmercifully are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hardly" instead an adverb "Unmercifully".
Nearby Word: unmerciful
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