COMMONLY Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

commonly

adverb

Definition of commonly

as in usually

according to the usual course of things the clusters of idle teens that can commonly be found hanging around any mall

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Recent Examples of commonly While known as lacking criminal responsibility under Massachusetts law, the defense is more commonly referred to as not guilty by reason of insanity. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026 Called rotenone, the poison is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency for this purpose and is commonly used by state and federal land management agencies, according to RMNP's press release. — Logan Smith, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026 Although he was born in 2007, the boy with the hairband commonly found himself in games with players born a year or two earlier. — Tom Williams, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 Upon detecting a vehicle, the drone can either strike it directly or, more commonly, alert an operator to engage with artillery or another strike drone. — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Before that, Western brides commonly wore gowns in a range of colors and patterns. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Tackling industry’s heat problem Solar energy is most commonly associated with photovoltaic panels that convert sunlight into electricity. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026 The new research will examine tools for translating a textile’s functional requirements across a wider range of looms while identifying the design changes commonly required between prototype and industrial-scale equipment. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026 Lavender, echinacea and chamomile are also commonly used to reduce stress and promote quality sleep at the end of the day. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for commonly

Adverb

It's usually transmitted through a bite from a bat, coyote, fox, raccoon or skunk.

— Nicholas Lentz, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
The result looks understated yet eye-catching—precisely because long nails usually scream for an elaborate manicure.

— Paula Oelbaum, Glamour, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of usually

Adverb

Washington has launched an economic offensive against Iran and Canada — the two countries one would normally not lump together.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026
In many situations, several words could continue a sentence equally well, so the choice is normally settled at random.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of normally

Adverb

Ed Gruczelak, who also works nearby, said trains occasionally stop at the crossing but typically do not remain there for an extended period.

— Terell Bailey, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
For ships that did not book a slot in advance, the Canal Authority typically offers three-to-five daily slots for auction.

— Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026