rarely
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.rare·ly
adverb \ˈrer-lē\Definition of RARELY
1
: not often : seldom
2
: with rare skill : excellently
3
: in an extreme or exceptional manner
See Examples of RARELY
- She rarely talks about her past.
- Rarely do we see this kind of weather in our area.
- Only rarely is surgery necessary to treat this condition.
First Known Use of RARELY
1549
Related to RARELY
- Synonyms
- infrequently, little, seldom
- Antonyms
- frequently, oft, often, oftentimes (or ofttimes)
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