intimately
adv. manner B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɪntəmətɫi// UK //ˈɪntɪmətli// in·ti·mate·ly
adv. in a very close, personal, or detailed way. You use this when you know someone very well or understand a subject perfectly.
adv. in a way that involves a very close personal relationship or a detailed, thorough knowledge of a subject.
She knows the city intimately after living there for years.
The two artists worked intimately on the project, sharing every sketch and idea throughout the process.
To manage the ecosystem effectively, one must understand intimately how each species interacts with its environment and how even minor changes can disrupt the delicate balance of the entire region.
From intimate + -ly.
Usage
Typically follows the verb it modifies or the direct object.
- Adjectiveintimate
- Adverbintimately