Pronunciation: [wˈɪkɪdlɪ] (IPA) 
"Wickedly" is spelled with seven letters and pronounced [ˈwɪkɪdli]. The first syllable starts with the sound "w" as in "wet" followed by the short vowel "i" as in "sit". The second syllable has the consonant "k" as in "kite" and blends with the short vowel "i". The last syllable has the consonant "d" as in "dog" and ends with the long "e" sound as in "me". This spelling gives the word the meaning of being done in a wicked manner.
Wickedly is an adverb that describes an action or behavior that is characterized by a deliberate intent to cause harm or to be morally wrong. It is often associated with evil, malicious, or immoral actions.
In a moral sense, wickedly refers to actions that are contrary to accepted norms of ethics and righteousness. It suggests intentional wrongdoing, showing a complete disregard for the welfare or feelings of others. Wickedly can be used to describe behavior that is intentionally harmful, malevolent, or designed to cause suffering. It implies a sense of maliciousness and cruelty, often motivated by personal gain or satisfaction at the expense of others.
This adverb can also describe actions that are skillfully deceitful or cunning in nature. It suggests a clever manipulation or deception with the intention of achieving personal benefits or causing harm to someone else. Wickedly can be associated with acts of manipulation, trickery, and slyness, often performed with great skill and intelligence.
In summary, wickedly refers to actions or behaviors that are morally wrong, intentionally harmful, or deceitful. It conveys a sense of intentional evil, cruelty, or maliciousness, often serving personal interests or causing harm to others.
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The word "wickedly" comes from the Middle English word "wikke", which means "evil" or "sinful". It is derived from the Old English word "wicca", which originally meant "witch" or "sorcerer". Over time, "wikke" evolved to mean "evil" or "morally wrong", and the adverb form "wickedly" emerged in the 14th century to describe an action done in a morally wrong or evil manner.
