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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One veteran of Whitehall's corridors told me: "The contempt for the civil service, now amply reciprocated, has left the means by which politicians implement their policy frightened and wary."
From BBC • May 16, 2026
She starts by noting that the Voting Rights Act is, or was. one of the most consequential, efficacious, amply justified exercises of federal legislative power in the nation’s history.
From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026
He has also been amply compensated, earning about $20 million annually in recent years and he is slated to get a $25 million cash salary in 202 6, Berkshire recently disclosed External link.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
Mr. Trump will meet with anyone, as he’s amply demonstrated.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 11, 2025
If you wish to help me, you will be amply rewarded for any risks you take.
From "Chasing Vermeer" by Blue Balliett
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