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perfectly

adv.
US //ˈpɝfəkɫi// UK //pˈɜːfɛktlˌi// per·fect·ly
  1. 1 without mistakes (adv.)
    B1 Intermediate

    in a way that is perfect and has no mistakes or faults.

    in a manner that achieves perfection; without any flaws, errors, or defects.

    Example

    The pianist played the difficult piece perfectly, and the audience cheered.

    Example

    The software was designed to integrate perfectly with existing systems, ensuring that no data was lost during the transition period.
  2. 2 completely or totally (adv.)
    B1 Intermediate

    completely, totally, or very. You use this to emphasize that something is true.

    used as an intensifier to mean 'entirely', 'fully', or 'quite'.

    Example

    It is perfectly normal to feel nervous before a big job interview.

    Example

    The manager made it perfectly clear that safety protocols were not optional and must be followed by every employee on the site.

    Usage

    Often used before adjectives like 'clear', 'normal', 'fine', or 'capable' to add emphasis.
Origin

From perfect + -ly.

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