CEFR B2

unsuccessfully

adverb

Meaning

In a manner that does not achieve the desired aim or result; without success.

Examples

She tried unsuccessfully to open the jar, her hands slipping on the smooth lid.
The rescue team searched for survivors for three days, but unfortunately, they did so unsuccessfully.

Synonyms: fruitlessly, futilely, vainly, abortively

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unsuccessfully (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌʌnsəkˈsɛsfəli/

Definition

In a manner that does not achieve the desired aim or result; without success.

Examples

She tried unsuccessfully to open the jar, her hands slipping on the smooth lid.
The rescue team searched for survivors for three days, but unfortunately, they did so unsuccessfully.
Despite several attempts, the scientist unsuccessfully replicated the experimental results.

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