separately

American  

[sep-er-it-lee] / ˈsɛp ər ɪt li /

adverb

1. in such a way as to be physically detached, disconnected, or disjoined.

   The note cards come in a boxed set of six or can be sold separately.

   We wrapped each part of the gift separately and put them all in the basket.

2. independently or distinctly, rather than as parts or aspects of one idea, event, process, problem, etc..

   By the 17th century, “natural philosophy” (today called “natural science”) was beginning to be considered separately from philosophy in general.

   Until now, these two communities have been working separately despite their similar interests.

3. not at the same time or not in the same place; apart in space or time.

   They’ve been married for 10 years but live separately.

   The two arrived separately at the Ritz Hotel for the movie star’s 50th birthday party.

4. not in a way that is shared; individually.

   They should each be paid separately for the work they have done.

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Other Word Forms

• unseparately adverb

Etymology

Origin of separately

First recorded in 1550–60; separate ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )

Example Sentences

The Florida meeting was the latest step in weeks of intense "shuttle diplomacy" which saw Ukrainian and Russian delegations separately engage with US officials to discuss a peace plan.

From BBC

A Philippine overseas worker also died in the blaze, Manila's consulate said separately on Saturday.

From Barron's

A spokesperson for The Wiggles told The West Australian newspaper that the band's performances at the awards had been "family-friendly" and that the video had been "edited together separately and without our awareness".

From BBC

If someone was granted more than one visa within the year shown, each one is counted separately.

From BBC

The educators, separately, debate the actions from various perspectives—often surprisingly but rarely compellingly.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• independently
• personally
• solely