nicely (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈnaɪsli/
Definition
In a pleasant, attractive, or agreeable manner; in a way that is satisfactory or acceptable.
Examples
He dressed nicely for the interview.
The room was nicely decorated with paintings and plants.
The cake turned out nicely after all my efforts.
How to Use nicely
- nicely done (collocation)
- Used to praise someone for a task completed well. — "You finished the report ahead of schedule; nicely done!"
- nicely put (collocation)
- Used to compliment someone on expressing an idea or opinion tactfully or effectively. — "You've explained the complex situation very clearly; nicely put."
- nicely balanced (collocation)
- Describes something that has a pleasing or appropriate combination of elements. — "The salad was nicely balanced with sweet and savory ingredients."
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