highly
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From Middle English hiȝly, heȝly, heyȝliche, from Old English hēalīce (“highly”), equivalent to high + -ly. Cognate with Dutch hoogelijk (“highly”), German höchlich (“highly”), Danish højlig (“highly”), Swedish högligen (“highly”).
Pronunciation[edit]
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Adverb[edit]
highly (comparative more highly, superlative most highly)
- In a high or esteemed manner.
- He spoke highly of you.
- extremely; greatly; awfully
- He is in a highly visible job.
Usage notes[edit]
- The adverb highly and the adverb high shouldn't be mistaken.
- This is certainly highly recommended.
- High above us the stars were shining.
Translations[edit]
in a high or esteemed manner
extremely, greatly, awfully
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