richly

adverb

rich·​ly ˈrich-lē 

1

: in a rich manner

a richly decorated room

a richly illustrated book

2

: in full measure : amply

praise richly deserved

Synonyms of richly

• expensively
• luxuriously
• large
• sumptuously
• extravagantly
• opulently
• high
• comfortably

Examples of richly in a Sentence

The room was richly decorated.

They were richly rewarded for their efforts.

Recent Examples on the Web

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English richely, from Old English rīclīce, from rīce rich

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

richly

adverb

rich·​ly ˈrich-lē 

1

: in a rich manner

richly dressed

2

: in full measure : amply

richly deserved