beautifully

B1 Topic:Describing Qualities

US /ˈbjuːtɪf(ə)li/ See IPA manual

Freq #6195

Meanings

1

adv
In a way that is lovely or pleasing.

The house was beautifully decorated with fresh flowers.
2

adv
In a way that is very good or skilful.

The new system worked beautifully from the first day.

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Synonyms

1 adv · in a way that is lovely or... attractively

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Phrases (1)

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beautifully dressed
wearing attractive clothes arranged with care

Adverb + adjective

Etymology

From beautiful + -ly, circa 17th century.

Topics

Describing Qualities

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