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reasonably

adv. degree
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈɹizənəbɫi// UK //ɹˈiːzənəbli// rea·son·ably General-service

adv. to a fair or satisfactory degree, even if not perfect. You use this to say something is good enough or done in a sensible way.

adv. to a degree that is acceptable or satisfactory; in a manner that is fair, sensible, or logical. Often functions as a degree modifier for adjectives or as a manner adverb for verbs of action.


SIMPLE

The hotel room was reasonably clean and comfortable.

CONTEXTUAL

After considering all the evidence, the committee acted reasonably by extending the deadline for the final report.

COMPLEX

While the initial investment is high, the project is reasonably expected to break even within three years, provided that market conditions remain stable and consumer demand persists.

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Origin

From Middle English resonably, equivalent to reasonable + -ly.

Usage

When modifying an adjective, it typically precedes it; as a manner adverb, it usually follows the verb or the direct object.

Pitfall

He speaks English reasonable wellHe speaks English reasonably wellLearners often use the adjective 'reasonable' instead of the adverb 'reasonably' to modify another adverb or adjective.

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