greatly
Americanadverb
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in or to a great degree; much.
greatly improved in health.
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in a great manner.
Etymology
Origin of greatly
First recorded in 1150–1200; Middle English gretli, gretlich(e); great + -ly
Example Sentences
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Overall, the costs of screwing up can greatly exceed the benefits of getting it right.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 16, 2026
Roberts added that the regents “have benefited greatly from his wisdom, vision, and leadership. We look forward to working with him in the coming months to ensure a smooth transition for his successor.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
At the same time, low-cost airlines have greatly expanded their flight network to and from Tirana, meaning that he is as likely to see a patient from Turin as he is from Tirana.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
The reasons relationships succeed or fail can vary greatly across cultures, religions, socioeconomic circumstances, and generations.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 7, 2026
President Eisenhower, it was understood, greatly enjoyed golf.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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