1
: to a great extent or degree : very much
contributed greatly to improved relations
not greatly bothered
2
: in a great manner : nobly, magnanimously
a man may live greatly in the law—
O. W. Holmes †1935
O. W. Holmes †1935Synonyms
Examples of greatly in a Sentence
She has contributed greatly to our success.
They don't seem to be greatly bothered by the delay.
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However, Haiti police sources said they were also expected — and are greatly needed.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2024
Of course, their views on economics would diverge greatly in years to come.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 22 Apr. 2024
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Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2024
Of course, their views on economics would diverge greatly in years to come.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 22 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for greatly
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“Greatly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greatly. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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