highly

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BrE /ˈhaɪ.li/ AmE /ˈhaɪ.li/

adverb en → es

1 POSITIVE QUALITY B1

to a very great degree or extent; in an enthusiastic way

muy, altamente

  • [adverb + adjective]
  • [adverb + verb]

Collocations highly skilled · highly recommend

  • She is highly regarded in the company.

    Ella es muy apreciada en la empresa.

2 NEGATIVE QUALITY B1

to a very great degree or extent; often used to express criticism or disapproval

muy, altamente

  • [adverb + adjective]
  • [adverb + verb]

Collocations highly critical · highly suspicious

  • The report was highly critical of the government.

    El informe fue muy crítico con el gobierno.