ordinarily (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrdɪnɛrɪli/

Definition

In a usual, normal, or customary manner; commonly or regularly.

Examples

• Ordinarily, I take the bus to work, but today I decided to walk.

• The restaurant is ordinarily closed on Mondays, so we were surprised to see it open.

• She ordinarily prefers quiet evenings at home rather than going out to parties.

Synonyms of ordinarily

Words with a similar meaning to ordinarily:

• usually
• normally
• regularly
• commonly
• customarily

Antonyms of ordinarily

Words with the opposite meaning to ordinarily:

• unusually
• rarely

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