perfectly

[pur-fikt-lee]

adverb

1. in a perfect manner or to a perfect degree.

   to sing an aria perfectly.

   Synonyms: ideally, superbly, flawlessly

2. completely; fully; adequately.

   This will suit my purpose perfectly.

   He’s perfectly happy to help out.

   She’s perfectly capable of making her own decision.

perfectly

/ ˈpɜːfɪktlɪ /

adverb

1. completely, utterly, or absolutely

2. in a perfect way; extremely well

Word History and Origins

Origin of perfectly¹

First recorded in 1275–1325; perfect + -ly; replacing Middle English parfitly, derivative of parfit ( perfect )

Example Sentences

Why do you have to prove that you need to do things perfectly to be happy?

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On one hand, Oracle today looks perfectly positioned, and on the other, precariously perched, which isn’t an unusual position for the company.

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The rising use of a perfectly legal substance also seems to be making a difference.

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History suggests that the stage is perfectly set for a Yankees-Dodgers rematch in the World Series.

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The stage was set perfectly—until Judge struck out, flailingly wildly at a 3-2 splitter that was nowhere near the plate.

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