mostly — For the most part; mainly or chiefly. Used to indicate that something is true in the majority of cases.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: For the most part; mainly or chiefly. Used to indicate that something is true in the majority of cases.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmoʊstli/
Example Sentences
- My diet consists mostly of pizza and regret.
- The meeting was mostly about things we already knew.
- I'm mostly awake during morning classes, which is impressive.
mostly
ADVERB[/ˈmoʊstli/]
For the most part; mainly or chiefly. Used to indicate that something is true in the majority of cases.
For the most part; mainly or chiefly. Used to indicate that something is true in the majority of cases.
His mostly ghostly purchases proved quite costly!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English, combining the superlative adjective 'most' (meaning greatest in amount or degree) with the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Breakdown
most (superlative form meaning 'greatest amount') + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My diet consists mostly of pizza and regret.”
“The meeting was mostly about things we already knew.”
“I'm mostly awake during morning classes, which is impressive.”
“The weather forecast shows mostly sunny skies this week.”
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