brightly

B1 Topic:Describing Qualities

US /ˈbɹaɪtli/ See IPA manual

Freq #16704

Meanings

1

adv
In a way that gives off a lot of light.

The sun was shining brightly, making me squint.
2

adv
In a cheerful manner.

"Good morning!" she said brightly.

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Synonyms

1 adv · in a way that gives off a... brilliantly

Word family

Forms brightlier

Etymology

From Middle English brightliche, from Old English beorhtlice, equivalent to bright + -ly.

brightliche Middle English beorhtlice Old English

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Describing Qualities

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