greatly (A2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈɡreɪt.li/

Definition

To a very large extent; very much.

Examples

• The new policy will greatly improve the lives of citizens.

• She was greatly admired for her courage.

• His performance improved greatly after the coaching sessions.

How to Use greatly

greatly + verb (collocation)

Used to intensify the meaning of a verb, indicating a large degree of action or effect. — "The economy has greatly improved this year."

greatly + adjective (collocation)

Used to intensify the meaning of an adjective, indicating a large degree of the quality described. — "She was greatly pleased with the results."

Synonyms of greatly

Words with a similar meaning to greatly:

• very
• significantly
• considerably
• immensely

Antonyms of greatly

Words with the opposite meaning to greatly:

• slightly
• barely

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