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greatly

adverb

Form of great , adverb of great.

Simple meaning

To an extraordinary extent or degree.

Pronunciation

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graytlee

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ˈɡɹeɪtli

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Definition

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adverb

  1. To a great extent or degree.

  2. To an extraordinary extent or degree

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B1 · Intermediate
Frequency
Common
Typical Use
Everyday English

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  • “He improved greatly.”adverb

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  • greatnounBase word

    A person who has achieved distinction and honor in some field.

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  • greatnessnounDerived noun

    The property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence.

  • greateradjectiveDerived adjective

    Greater in size or importance or degree.

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