adverb
- in a rough or harsh voice, typically as a result of a sore throat or shouting
Examples
- She whispered hoarsely after losing her voice from cheering.
- The coach shouted hoarsely at the players during practice.
- He spoke hoarsely into the microphone after hours of singing.
- The old man coughed and spoke hoarsely to the nurse.
- After the concert, the singer could only talk hoarsely.
- She called out hoarsely for help from the bottom of the well.