heavily

[ˈhevɪli]

heavily Definition

  • 1to a great degree; in a way that is intense or extreme
  • 2in a way that involves a lot of effort, activity, or emotion
  • 3in a way that is full and rich, often used to describe food or drink

Using heavily: Examples

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

  • Example

    The rain was coming down heavily.

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    She was breathing heavily after running up the stairs.

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    He was heavily involved in the project.

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    The sauce was heavily seasoned with herbs and spices.

heavily Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: heavily in Brief

The adverb 'heavily' [ˈhevɪli] denotes intensity, effort, or richness. It can describe rain, breathing, involvement, or seasoning, as in 'The rain was coming down heavily.' 'She was breathing heavily after running up the stairs.' 'He was heavily involved in the project.' 'The sauce was heavily seasoned with herbs and spices.'

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