beastly

Pronunciation: /ˈbiːstli/

The English word “beastly” has 6 meanings listed here.

adjective

Pertaining to, or having the form, nature, or habits of, a beast.
Similar to the nature of a beast; contrary to the nature and dignity of human beings.
Abominable; very unpleasant; hideous.
Of computer hardware or motor vehicles etc.: ostentatiously powerful.

adverb

Like a beast; brutishly.
Very much; terribly.

Etymology

From Middle English bestely, bestly, equivalent to beast + -ly. Compare West Frisian bistachtich (“beastly”), Dutch beestachtig (“beastly”), German biestig (“beastly”).

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