pathologically

American

[path-uh-lahj-ik-lee] / ˌpæθ əˈlɑdʒ ɪk li /

adverb

in a way or to a degree that is pathological or indicative of disease or illness; abnormally.

Example Sentences

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He is not an authentic person insofar as he lies all the time, but his desire for that attention is so deep, it's coming from such a deep place, he needs it pathologically.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2025

After all, these platforms—neutral to a fault, and almost pathologically scrupulous—already are what Bezos apparently wants the Post to become.

From Slate • Nov. 4, 2024

It's classic Everett, a novelist who describes himself as "pathologically ironic".

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2024

However, proteins actively involved in pathologically derailed processes make up only a fraction of the disease-related proteins.

From Science Daily • Dec. 11, 2023

Michelangelo—arguably the greatest artist mankind has ever seen—became so pathologically obsessed with sculpting David that he didn’t bathe, or take care of himself for months.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman

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