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ably

adv.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈeɪbɫi// UK //ˈeɪbli// ably

adv. in a way that shows you are very good at what you are doing. You use this to describe someone who performs a task with skill and confidence.

adv. in a manner that demonstrates competence, skill, or effectiveness. Often used to describe the performance of a task or the management of a situation.


SIMPLE

She ably managed the team during the crisis.

CONTEXTUAL

The new lawyer ably represented her client in court, winning a favorable settlement.

COMPLEX

The committee ably navigated the complex negotiations, ensuring that the interests of all stakeholders were fairly represented throughout the process.

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

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