HyperDic: highly

English > 3 senses of the word highly:
ADVERBallhighly, extremelyto a high degree or extent
allhighlyat a high rate or wage
allhighlyin a high position or level or rank
highly > pronunciation
Soundshhay'liy
Rhymesably ... zealously: 1543 rhymes with liy...
English > highly: 3 senses > adverb 1
MeaningTo a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect.
Examples
  • "highly successful"
  • "He spoke highly of her"
  • "does not think highly of his writing"
Synonymextremely
Spanishaltamente, elevadamente, extremamente, sumamente
Adjectiveshighgreater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
English > highly: 3 senses > adverb 2
MeaningAt a high rate or wage.
Example"highly paid workers"
Spanishaltamente
English > highly: 3 senses > adverb 3
MeaningIn a high position or level or rank.
Example"details known by only a few highly placed persons"
Spanishaltamente, elevadamente, eminentemente
Adjectiveshighstanding above others in quality or position

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