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Meaning of brightly
The primary meaning of the word "brightly" is in a strong and vibrant manner, emitting or reflecting much light.
Etymology of brightly
The word "brightly" has its roots in Old English "briht" meaning bright, and the adverbial suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb from an adjective.
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century to describe light, and its usage has evolved over time to include figurative meanings.
Synonyms
brightly
vividly
radiantly
luminously
glowingly
dazzlingly
flashingly
beamingly
shiningly
sparklingly
gleamingly
glitteringly
resplendently
magnificently
spectacularly
brilliantly
gloriously
wonderfully
marvelously
fantastically
extraordinarily
remarkably
exceptionally
outstandingly
impressively
strikingly
eye-catchingly
noticeably
obviously
clearly
distinctly
visibly
apparently
evidently
manifestly
patently
glaringly
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "brightly" is an adverb that means giving out or reflecting much light, or in a strong and vibrant manner.
- * It can also describe something that is cheerful, optimistic, or full of hope.
Usage Examples
- The city lights shone brightly in the night sky.
- * She smiled brightly, showing off her new teeth.
- * The future looks brightly for the young and ambitious entrepreneur.
Antonyms
dullly
dimly
faintly
weakly
feebly
poorly
barely
scarcely
hardly
slightly
moderately
unremarkably
unimpressively
unnoticeably
inconspicuously
obscurely
vaguely
indistinctly
unclearly
invisibly
imperceptibly
unapparentally