Brightly
/ˈbraɪtli/
adverbBeginnerCommonGeneral
Meaning
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Definitions
1
In a way that produces or reflects much light; shining intensely.
/ˈbraɪtli/
adverbpositiveBeginner
General
In a bright manner; with much light.
The stars shone brightly in the night sky.
💡 Simply: Very brightly; with a lot of light.
More Examples
2
She dressed brightly for the party.
How It's Used
Everyday
"The sun shone brightly."
Descriptive Writing
"The flowers were brightly colored."
From Middle English *brightliche, from Old English *brīhtlīċe, from brīht ('bright') + -līċe ('-ly'). The suffix '-ly' indicates manner.
The word 'brightly' has maintained a consistent meaning throughout its history, primarily focusing on the intensity of light or color.
Memory tip
Think of a bright light shining strongly.
Practice
Base: bright
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Usage
40%Spoken
60%Written