Synonyms

profusely

American

[pruh-fyoos-lee, proh‐] / prəˈfyus li, proʊ‐ /

adverb

to a great or excessive extent; abundantly or extravagantly.

Every inch of wall surface both inside and outside of the temple is profusely decorated with exquisite images of flora and fauna.

Other Word Forms

unprofusely adverb

Etymology

Origin of profusely

profuse ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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During an interview at the scene of the crash, Woods was "sweating profusely" and his movements were "lethargic and slow", an officer wrote in the arrest affidavit released on Tuesday.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

And then he must profusely deny his discomfort when Jay gravely says, “I’ve offended you,” and loftily—but also threateningly?—adds,

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

The Rams were nearly toppled by the runts, barely surviving what should have been a blowout, profusely sweating through a wild-card playoff game that should have been a breeze, and now you wonder.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026

They’ve all learned to treat him with respect, to thank him profusely for everything right in the world, so to keep him on their good side.

From Slate • Jul. 8, 2025

She thanks me profusely while dusting them off, and then adjusts them across her nose, and a minute later we’re sitting back at the table.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse

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