highly

Definition

  • adverb: to a great degree
  • adverb: in or to a high place, level, or rank

Examples

  • She is one of the most 'highly' respected journalists in the country.

  • That idea seems 'highly' [='extremely'] unlikely to me.

  • This is a 'highly' [='very'] sensitive matter.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) going crazy. Dick, uh, according to authorities, The area has been cleared. Only the central park rangers now remain in the park. These forces are highly trained, But rarely see action. Some have accused them of being too gung ho When called into duty, And their controversial crowd (..)
    2003 Elf