superbly
Americanadverb
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in an admirably fine or excellent way; extremely well.
It was a wonderful lecture series, superbly thought out and delivered.
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richly or grandly; sumptuously.
The summer house we rented was superbly appointed and close to all amenities.
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in a way that is imposing, awesome, or majestic.
The clear Caribbean waters are filled with superbly varied colors and shapes.
Etymology
Origin of superbly
First recorded in 1650–60; superb ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Example Sentences
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To City's great credit, and also Maresca's after he made three half-time changes, they responded superbly after the break, creating a host of chances before eventually losing 4-2.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
But the opponent has to take advantage - and Shelton did so superbly.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
Brook adjusted his game to the situation before he was out for 34, superbly caught up to the stumps by wicketkeeper Muhammad Rizwan.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
Won possession, used possession and set up Lewis-Potter's opening goal superbly.
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026
It was half finished, a wide gold collar formed of tiny chains strung with innumerable golden bees, each one delicately and imaginatively conceived, superbly wrought.
From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw
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