26984 words

highly

7 definitions • 16 examples
1
very, to a large degree, or at a high level:

Examples:

highly paid She was offered a highly paid job in finance.
a highly profitable line of products
For our country to remain competitive, we need a highly-skilled, highly-educated workforce.
2
in a way that shows admiration and respect:

Examples:

think highly of Her colleagues think very highly of her work.
highly thought of He's very highly thought of within the company.
speak highly of Many people speak highly of Haines.
His supervisor spoke highly of his patience and dedication.
highly regarded These women are highly regarded in their local communities.
3
in an important or influential (= having a lot of influence) position:

Examples:

highly placed According to one highly placed source, the prime minister had threatened to resign over this issue.
4
very, to a large degree, or at a high level:

Examples:

a highly paid job
We need a highly skilled, highly educated workforce.
5

Examples:

The statement was made by a highly placed official.
6
very, to a large degree, or at a high level:

Examples:

The firm was highly profitable and had a strong balance sheet.
It is an able, young and highly motivated workforce.
highly educated/qualified/skilled Technical experts, highly trained chemists, engineers, technicians and operators help ensure that all the company's facilities meet high standards of safety.
7
in a position that is important or that has a lot of influence:

Examples:

One highly-placed source said that a wide range of bids had gone in.

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