ably

CEFRB2

/ˈeɪ.bli/

adverb

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adverb

    In a skillful and effective way.

  2. 02

    adverb

    Extra detail

    In an able manner; with great ability.

Examples

  • As head of the team I was ably assisted by him.

  • President Jackson ably dodged the reporters' questions.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

Also pronounced

  • /ˈeɪ.bə.li/

Deep Dive

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In context

  • ably done, handled, planned, said

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

The technician blank repaired the broken circuit, restoring power to the entire building.

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Origin

adverb

From Middle English abeliche, abelyche, abilliche, abliche; equivalent to able + -ly.