royally

• Adverb, das 'auf königliche Art' oder 'wie es einem König oder einer Königin entspricht' bedeutet. Umgangssprachlich auch als Verstärkung im Sinne von 'gründlich' oder 'völlig' verwendet, oft in negativen Zusammenhängen (z. B. 'sich gründlich blamiert').

An adverb meaning 'in a royal manner' or 'in a way that is fit for a king or queen.' It is also used informally as an intensifier, meaning 'thoroughly' or 'completely,' often in negative contexts (e.g., 'royally messed up').

1. In a royal mannerB2formal

   In a way that is characteristic of or suitable for a king, queen, or other monarch; with splendor or dignity.

   Königlich

   • The guests were royally entertained at the palace.
   • She was treated royally by the staff during her stay.
   • The ceremony was conducted royally, with all the traditional pomp.

   Synonymegrandlyimperiallymagnificentlymajesticallyregallysplendidly

2. To a great degreeB2informal

   Used informally to emphasize the extent or severity of something, often negative.

   Mächtig

   • He messed up royally on the final exam.
   • They were royally cheated by the dishonest salesman.
   • The plan failed royally, causing chaos in the office.

   Synonymeabsolutelycompletelydreadfullyextremelyreallyseverelyterriblythoroughlytotallyutterly