Meaning of the word gratuitously in English

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gratuitously

US /ɡrəˈtuː.ə.t̬əs.li/
UK /ɡrəˈtʃuː.ɪ.təs.li/

Adverb

1.

without good reason; unjustifiably

Example:
The film contained scenes of gratuitously violent acts.
He gratuitously insulted her without any provocation.
2.

given or done free of charge

Example:
The software was provided gratuitously to all students.
She offered her services gratuitously to the charity.
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