sourly

/ˈsaʊəli/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈsaʊərli/ (ame, ipa)

sourly — adverb

1. in a sharp, unfriendly way that shows annoyance, hurt feelings, or bitterness

1.副詞B2
釋義

in a sharp, unfriendly way that shows annoyance, hurt feelings, or bitterness

例句

Iris answered the clerk sourly after waiting in line for an hour.

sourly + answered in an irritated reply

Sumin sourly told a cousin to stop borrowing the family car.

同義詞
  • bitterly

    stronger and more focused on deep hurt or resentment

  • resentfully

    emphasizes feeling wronged more than tone alone

  • crossly

    more common for simple irritation, especially in British English

反義詞
  • warmly

    shows friendliness and kindness

  • cheerfully

    shows good humor instead of annoyance

文法句型

sourly + say/reply/ask

sourly + smile/laugh/read

用法筆記

Most often used with verbs of speaking, smiling, or reacting. It suggests irritation mixed with bitterness, not simple sadness.

常見錯誤

❌The customer spoke sour.
✅The customer spoke sourly.
💡use the adverb when you describe how someone speaks or reacts.