normally — in a way that is usual, typical, or expected; under normal circumstances
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that is usual, typical, or expected; under normal circumstances
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɔːrməli/
Example Sentences
- I normally hate vegetables, but this broccoli tastes like pizza somehow!
- She normally arrives at work by 9 AM.
- My cat normally ignores me, but when I open a can of tuna, suddenly I'm his best friend.
normally
ADVERB[/ˈnɔːrməli/]
in a way that is usual, typical, or expected; under normal circumstances
Normally the train arrives exactly on time.
He works normally, stands formally, then dances abnormally!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'normal', derived from Latin 'normalis' meaning 'according to a rule or pattern', from 'norma' meaning 'rule' or 'carpenter's square'. The suffix '-ly' was added to form an adverb.
Breakdown
normal (adjective, from Latin norma meaning rule) + -ly (adverb-forming suffix) = normally
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📝Examples
“I normally hate vegetables, but this broccoli tastes like pizza somehow!”
“She normally arrives at work by 9 AM.”
“My cat normally ignores me, but when I open a can of tuna, suddenly I'm his best friend.”
“The store is normally closed on Sundays.”
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