Highly - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈhaɪlɪ|  American pronunciation of the word highly
Brit.  |ˈhaɪlɪ|  British pronunciation of the word highly

adverb

- to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect (syn: extremely)
highly successful
He spoke highly of her
does not think highly of his writing
- at a high rate or wage
highly paid workers
- in a high position or level or rank
details known by only a few highly placed persons

Extra examples

She is one of the most highly respected journalists in the country.

...though she didn't win, she was highly satisfied with her personal results for the marathon...

It must be highly amusing.

His services are perhaps too highly paid.

Tom's mother was highly critical of the school's approach.

It's highly unlikely that the project will be finished on time.

T.S. Eliot's highly influential poem, 'The Waste Land'

She is a highly educated woman.

I've always thought very highly of Michael.

He spoke highly of her

The items are highly valued by collectors.

This detergent is highly concentrated and thus you will need to dilute it.

They are highly trained professionals.

The car has a highly original design.

They played a highly visible role in the negotiations.

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