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Highly vs Considerably - What's the difference?

highly | considerably |

As adverbs the difference between highly and considerably

is that highly is in a high or esteemed manner while considerably is significantly; to a degree worth considering.

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.

    considerably

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • Significantly; to a degree worth considering.
    • The situation has improved considerably .
    The situation is considerably better.