greatly — To a large extent; very much; considerably. Used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: To a large extent; very much; considerably. Used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡreɪt.li/
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills have greatly improved since I started watching YouTube tutorials.
- The cat was greatly offended when I forgot to serve his dinner on time.
- Traffic congestion has greatly decreased since people started working from home.
greatly
ADVERB[/ˈɡreɪt.li/]
To a large extent; very much; considerably. Used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.
To a large extent; very much; considerably. Used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.
His fortune has greatly fallen, in this stately home he lately inherited!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'great' meaning 'big, thick, coarse' combined with the adverb suffix '-ly'. The word evolved from describing physical size to expressing intensity or degree.
Breakdown
great (large, intense) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My cooking skills have greatly improved since I started watching YouTube tutorials.”
“The cat was greatly offended when I forgot to serve his dinner on time.”
“Traffic congestion has greatly decreased since people started working from home.”
“I would greatly appreciate it if you could stop singing in the elevator.”
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