amply
Americanadverb
adverb
Usage
What does amply mean? Amply means fully, sufficiently, or abundantly.It is the adverb form of ample, which means enough—sufficient or adequate. Ample can also mean more than enough—plentiful or abundant.Ample is often used in the context of things like time, room, space, supplies, or resources (such as food and money) to indicate that there is enough or more than enough of what is needed, as in There is ample space. Amply is typically used to describe an action as being sufficient, as in I thought I amply explained everything, or generous, as in He gave amply to charity. Example: The building is amply protected—it has security gates and guards posted at several locations.
Etymology
Origin of amply
Example Sentences
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Unemployment’s rise has been gradual and the level is still moderate, yet fragility is amply evident beneath the surface.
The family’s impact on fashion consumption and body perception has been amply established.
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The sentiment was amply reciprocated across the Israeli political spectrum.
And yet, Pelphrey has amply established the goodness in his thief.
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What that “Gilded Age” does that Fellowes’ drama shies from is look beyond the chandelier crystals and luxurious gowns to amply consider the desperate conditions lived by those propping up this conspicuous glamour.
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