100 Examples of sentences containing the adverb "painfully"

Definition

The adverb painfully refers to experiencing or causing physical or emotional pain. It can also denote something done with great difficulty or in a way that is awkward or uncomfortable. In a broader context, it may imply an intense degree of a particular feeling or situation, often with a connotation of distress or discomfort.

Synonyms

• Agonizingly
• Excruciatingly
• Torturously
• Awkwardly
• Uncomfortably
• Distressingly
• Harshly
• Severely

Antonyms

• Comfortably
• Pleasantly
• Easily
• Smoothly
• Joyfully

Examples

1. She painfully realized that she had made a mistake.
2. The athlete trained painfully hard to prepare for the competition.
3. He spoke painfully slowly, trying to make his point clear.
4. The painfully awkward silence filled the room after the announcement.
5. She painfully recounted her experience to the group.
6. The movie was painfully long and drawn out.
7. He walked painfully after twisting his ankle.
8. The breakup was painfully difficult for both of them.
9. She smiled painfully, trying to hide her disappointment.
10. The exam was painfully challenging for the students.
11. He watched painfully as his friend struggled with the task.
12. The painfully loud music made it hard to concentrate.
13. She was painfully aware of her shortcomings.
14. The decision was painfully made after much deliberation.
15. The painfully bright lights hurt her eyes.
16. He painfully reminisced about his childhood.
17. The painfully slow traffic made her late for the meeting.
18. The painfully cold weather kept everyone indoors.
19. She felt painfully out of place at the party.
20. The painfully honest feedback was hard to hear.
21. He painfully adjusted his tie before the interview.
22. She found it painfully hard to say goodbye.
23. The painfully awkward questions caught him off guard.
24. The painfully lengthy lecture made the students restless.
25. He painfully acknowledged his mistakes.
26. The painfully bright sun made them squint.
27. They walked painfully along the rocky path.
28. Her painfully tight dress made it hard to breathe.
29. He painfully accepted that he was wrong.
30. The painfully loud noise startled them.
31. She painfully watched the news unfold.
32. The painfully slow progress frustrated the team.
33. The dentist's work was painfully necessary.
34. He felt painfully isolated in the new environment.
35. The painfully awkward moment was captured on video.
36. She painfully adjusted to the new routine.
37. The painfully long wait tested their patience.
38. He spoke painfully softly during the interview.
39. The painfully tight schedule left little room for flexibility.
40. She felt painfully behind her peers in school.
41. The painfully honest truth was hard to accept.
42. They painfully tried to find common ground.
43. The painfully slow Internet connection frustrated them.
44. He painfully recounted the tragedy of losing his home.
45. The painfully loud argument could be heard from outside.
46. She felt painfully nervous before her performance.
47. The painfully slow service at the restaurant annoyed the customers.
48. He painfully accepted the consequences of his actions.
49. The painfully bright screen hurt her eyes.
50. She painfully acknowledged the truth about their relationship.
51. The painfully long process of healing took time.
52. The painfully awkward encounter left them speechless.
53. He painfully realized that he needed to change his approach.
54. The painfully slow climb tested their endurance.
55. She found the painfully repetitive tasks draining.
56. He painfully watched his favorite team lose.
57. The painfully honest critique helped her improve.
58. She felt painfully aware of the tension in the room.
59. The painfully cold wind made everyone shiver.
60. He spoke painfully clearly to ensure everyone understood.
61. The painfully bright colors of the painting clashed.
62. They painfully navigated through the crowded streets.
63. She painfully recalled the details of the incident.
64. The painfully slow countdown only added to the suspense.
65. He painfully rearranged his schedule to fit her needs.
66. The painfully obvious answer eluded them.
67. She felt painfully exposed under the harsh lights.
68. The painfully tedious project seemed never-ending.
69. He painfully adjusted to the new lifestyle.
70. The painfully loud laughter echoed in the hall.
71. She painfully noticed the absence of her friend.
72. The painfully uncomfortable chair made it hard to focus.
73. He painfully accepted the loss of his beloved pet.
74. The painfully simple solution was overlooked.
75. She found it painfully difficult to let go.
76. The painfully drawn-out negotiations frustrated both sides.
77. He painfully watched the clock tick by during the meeting.
78. The painfully slow process of recovery tested her patience.
79. She felt painfully out of her depth in the conversation.
80. The painfully awkward silence was finally broken.
81. He painfully remembered the promises he made.
82. The painfully cold reception left him feeling unwanted.
83. She felt painfully nostalgic looking through old photos.
84. The painfully long hike was worth the view at the top.
85. He painfully acknowledged the need for change.
86. The painfully slow ride made her anxious.
87. She found the painfully repetitive tasks demotivating.
88. He painfully struggled with his emotions.
89. The painfully bright lights made it hard to see.
90. She felt painfully unprepared for the exam.
91. The painfully loud alarm woke him abruptly.
92. He painfully recounted the events leading up to the accident.
93. The painfully awkward meeting ended with no resolution.
94. She painfully realized the importance of friendship.
95. The painfully slow train ride felt endless.
96. He painfully fought against his fears.
97. The painfully obvious mistake was embarrassing.
98. She felt painfully alone in her struggles.
99. The painfully loud crowd made it hard to hear.
100. He painfully missed the opportunity to speak.