normally

[nawr-muh-lee]

adverb

1. in a normal or regular way.

   The wound is healing normally.

2. according to rule, general custom, etc.; as a rule; ordinarily; usually.

normally

/ ˈnɔːməlɪ /

adverb

1. as a rule; usually; ordinarily

2. in a normal manner

Word History and Origins

Origin of normally¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; normal + -ly

Example Sentences

I’m not going that far, but one would normally expect to see the breadth oscillators at much higher levels after such a strong period for SPX.

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The cells, known as mononuclear phagocytes, normally circulate through the body to clear harmful substances.

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This enzyme binds to receptors on cell surfaces that normally capture LDL cholesterol.

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Gutierrez normally sells cleaning products from her home, but with fewer and fewer neighbors able to afford them, she took out a loan to buy snacks, drinks and perfumes to sell at the market.

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In addition, Englander said that the U.S. “may be enjoying a productivity surge,” which normally leads to a stronger dollar, and that reserve managers seem “very cautious” about selling the greenback.

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Related Words

• commonly 
• ordinarily 
• regularly 
• typically