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admirably

AD-muh-ruh-blee

Admirably (adv) means in a way that deserves respect or praise; excellently. Example: “The team handled the crisis admirably.”

adv
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In a way that deserves respect or praise; excellently.
"The team handled the crisis admirably."

How to Use Admirably

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishVery well, in a way that earns admiration.

Common pairings
coped admirably perform admirably

Word Forms

more admirably comparative, most admirably superlative

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “admirably” mean?

The word “admirably” means in a way that deserves respect or praise; excellently. In plain terms, very well, in a way that earns admiration.

How do you pronounce “admirably”?

“Admirably” is pronounced AD-muh-ruh-blee (/ˈæd.mɪɹ.ə.bli/ in IPA).

How do you use “admirably” in a sentence?

Here is “admirably” used in a sentence: “The team handled the crisis admirably.”

What part of speech is “admirably”?

“Admirably” is an adverb.

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