Definition of "grossly" in English

adverb

1. Greatly; to a large degree, especially one large enough to be frankly appreciable.

   • grossly inflated expectations
   • grossly enlarged hepatic lobes, evident on palpation

2. To a serious, severe, or offensive degree.

   • grossly misjudged
   • grossly inflamed

3. (informal) In a gross (disgusting) manner; without delicacy.

   • The men were talking grossly about their sexual conquests.

4. (archaic) Roughly; approximately; inexactly; sketchily.