highly

Definition

In a high or esteemed manner.

Etymology

From Middle English hiȝly, heȝly, heyȝliche, from Old English hēalīce (“highly”), equivalent to high + -ly. Cognate with Dutch hoogelijk (“highly”), German höchlich (“highly”), Danish højlig (“highly”), Swedish högligen (“highly”).

Example Sentences

• "He spoke highly of you."
• "He is in a highly visible job."
• "The book was highly controversial yet sold unbelievably well."