1
: in a rich manner
2
: in full measure : amply
praise richly deserved
Examples of richly in a Sentence
The room was richly decorated.
They were richly rewarded for their efforts.
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 Aug. 2025
The result is a richly observational patchwork that pokes fun at several stereotypes, from the man-bun-wearing tech mogul to tourist-scamming wizards.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 6 Aug. 2025
Its equal in the soup rankings was a richly flavorful lobster bisque with an abundance of lobster morsels.
—John Mariani, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Some varieties boast silvery or copper hues while others are richly variegated.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for richly
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“Richly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/richly. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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