highly — To a great degree; very much or extremely. Used as an intensifying adverb to emphasize the extent or level of something.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: To a great degree; very much or extremely. Used as an intensifying adverb to emphasize the extent or level of something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhaɪli/
Korean meaning: 매우, 대단히
Korean pronunciation: 하이-리 (강세: 하이)
Example Sentences
- My mom is highly suspicious when I clean my room without being asked.
- This restaurant is highly rated on Google.
- I highly doubt that my cat actually loves me and isn't just using me for food.
highly
ADVERB//ˈhaɪli//
To a great degree; very much or extremely. Used as an intensifying adverb to emphasize the extent or level of something.
To a great degree; very much or extremely. Used as an intensifying adverb to emphasize the extent or level of something.
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While he's highly praised, she watches shyly, then smiles wryly!
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Origin
From Old English 'heah' meaning 'tall' or 'elevated' combined with the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. The word has maintained its core meaning of 'to a great degree' since ancient times.
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“My mom is highly suspicious when I clean my room without being asked.”
“This restaurant is highly rated on Google.”
“I highly doubt that my cat actually loves me and isn't just using me for food.”
“She is highly qualified for the position.”
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