Word
humanly
Phoneticshu·man·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈhjumənɫi/
UK/hjˈuːmənli/
Definition
adv. in a way that is possible for a person to do or feel. You use this when talking about things that are within the limits of human ability or nature.
adv. in a manner that is within the physical or mental capacity of a human being. Often used to describe limits of human performance or the impossibility of certain tasks for people.
Examples
“It is humanly impossible to run a mile in under thirty seconds.”
“The rescue team realized that climbing the cliff was humanly impossible without the right equipment.”
“While the computer can process data at a speed humanly impossible for the human mind, it still lacks the intuitive judgment required for complex ethical decisions.”
Examples
simple
“It is humanly impossible to run a mile in under thirty seconds.”
contextual
“The rescue team realized that climbing the cliff was humanly impossible without the right equipment.”
complex
“While the computer can process data at a speed humanly impossible for the human mind, it still lacks the intuitive judgment required for complex ethical decisions.”
Real-World Examples
“From the moment you and your sister were born my heart has been full of a love I never thought was humanly possible.” “I try to be like her as much as humanly possible.” “As he turned his attention to papal power, he argued that the pope was merely a humanly appointed executive, responsible to the Christian community in the same way that all rulers were.” “In this context, it became sensible to suggest everything humanly achievable had perhaps not already been achieved.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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