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extensive | highly |

As an adjective extensive

is in the nature of an extent, wide, widespread.

As an adverb highly is

in a high or esteemed manner.

extensive

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • In the nature of an extent, wide, widespread.

    • Related terms

    * extend * extent

    See also

    * intensive ----

    highly

    English

    Adverb

    (en-adv)
  • In a high or esteemed manner.
  • Extremely; greatly; very much.
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    Usage notes

    * The adverb highly' and the adverb ' high shouldn't be confused. *: This is certainly highly recommended. *: High above us the stars were shining.