Adverb
- 1. highly, extremely
- usage: to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect; "highly successful"; "He spoke highly of her"; "does not think highly of his writing"; "extremely interesting"
- 2. highly
- usage: at a high rate or wage; "highly paid workers"
- 3. highly
- usage: in a high position or level or rank; "details known by only a few highly placed persons"
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