Highly

//ˈhaɪli//

Word Type

Adverb

Adverb

The word "highly" can be used as adverb and adverb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

highly composite number highly enriched uranium highly sensitive person highly superior autobiographical memory highly-enriched uranium highly-strung superior highly composite number

Derived From

Related Terms

esteem extremely greatly high

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