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lugubriously

/ˌluːɡəˈbrɪəsli/ adverb · British & US
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What does lugubriously mean?

adverb

In a mournfully pompous or self-pitying manner; with excessive or affected solemnity.

Example

"The actor's lugubriously over-the-top performance was met with groans from the audience."

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