highly

[ˈhaɪli]

highly Definition

• 1. to a great degree; very
• 2. with approval or admiration

Using highly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "highly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She is highly skilled in her profession.

• Example

  The book was highly recommended by the critics.

• Example

  He speaks highly of his colleagues.

• Example

  The company is highly profitable.

highly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for highly

• extremely
• very
• greatly
• exceedingly
• immensely

Antonyms for highly

• slightly
• hardly
• barely

Phrases with highly

• highly likely

  very probable or expected to happen

  Example

  It is highly likely that it will rain tomorrow.

• highly unlikely

  very improbable or not expected to happen

  Example

  It is highly unlikely that he will show up to the party.

• highly sensitive

  easily affected or influenced by something

  Example

  The issue is highly sensitive and needs to be handled with care.

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Summary: highly in Brief

The adverb 'highly' [ˈhaɪli] means 'to a great degree' or 'with approval or admiration.' It is used to describe someone's skills, the quality of something, or to express approval. Examples include 'She is highly skilled in her profession,' and 'The book was highly recommended by the critics.' 'Highly' can also be used in phrases like 'highly likely' and 'highly sensitive.'