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Heavily

ˈhɛvəli
Very common
~ 2100
~ 2100, Very common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
To a great degree; in a substantial or significant manner, In a way that is burdened or weighed down, In a thick or dense manner; with a lot of something

Heavily - Meanings

To a great degree; in a substantial or significant manner

Example: She was heavily involved in the project from start to finish.
Usage: formalContext: professional settings, academic writing
Note: Used to emphasize the extent or intensity of an action or involvement.

In a way that is burdened or weighed down

Example: The backpack was heavily laden with supplies for the camping trip.
Usage: neutralContext: describing physical objects or people carrying a load
Note: Describes something that is physically weighed down or burdened.

In a thick or dense manner; with a lot of something

Example: The fog was hanging heavily over the city, reducing visibility.
Usage: neutralContext: describing atmosphere, weather, or physical presence
Note: Used to depict a situation where something is present in abundance or thickness.

Heavily's synonyms

intensely

Intensely means with strong feeling or in a forceful way.
Example: The music was playing intensely, filling the room with energy.
Note: Heavily often refers to physical weight or pressure, while intensely refers to emotional or strong feeling.

vigorously

Vigorously means with great force, energy, or enthusiasm.
Example: She scrubbed the floor vigorously to remove the stubborn stains.
Note: Heavily focuses more on the weight or pressure, while vigorously emphasizes the force or energy used in an action.

densely

Densely means closely compacted together or having a thick consistency.
Example: The fog was so dense that visibility was reduced to almost zero.
Note: Heavily relates more to weight or intensity, while densely refers to compactness or thickness.

profusely

Profusely means in large amounts or to a great degree.
Example: She was sweating profusely after running for an hour in the hot sun.
Note: Heavily can refer to physical weight or pressure, while profusely emphasizes abundance or degree.

Heavily expressions, common phrases

Heavily rely on

To depend on something or someone to a great extent.
Example: I heavily rely on my calendar to keep track of important events.
Note: The addition of 'rely on' changes the meaning to emphasize a strong dependence.

Heavily involved

To be deeply engaged or committed to a particular activity or cause.
Example: She is heavily involved in various community projects.
Note: The phrase 'heavily involved' indicates a high level of commitment or participation.

Heavily influenced

To be significantly impacted or shaped by something or someone.
Example: His style of painting is heavily influenced by impressionist artists.
Note: The addition of 'influenced' highlights the effect of the influence on a person or thing.

Heavily criticized

To receive a large amount of disapproval or negative feedback.
Example: The new policy was heavily criticized by the employees.
Note: The emphasis is on the intensity and volume of the criticism received.

Heavily populated

To have a high concentration of people or living beings in a particular area.
Example: The coastal areas are heavily populated during the summer season.
Note: The term 'heavily populated' emphasizes the density of population in a specific region.

Heavily armed

To possess a significant amount of weapons or military equipment.
Example: The soldiers were heavily armed for the dangerous mission.
Note: The phrase 'heavily armed' emphasizes the abundance or strength of weaponry.

Heavily guarded

To be under strong protection or surveillance against potential threats.
Example: The museum exhibits were heavily guarded to prevent theft.
Note: The term 'heavily guarded' highlights the level of security or protection in place.

Heavily indebted

To owe a large amount of money or be in significant financial debt.
Example: After buying a house and a car, he found himself heavily indebted.
Note: The addition of 'indebted' emphasizes the burden of owing a substantial sum of money.

Heavily everyday (slang) expressions

Heavily

Used informally to express strong interest, involvement, or dedication in a particular activity or subject.
Example: I'm heavily into yoga these days.
Note: The slang term accentuates the intensity or depth of the involvement compared to the more neutral term 'into'.

Heavily strapped

Refers to someone having a significant amount of money or resources.
Example: He was heavily strapped with cash after the poker game.
Note: The slang term 'heavily strapped' suggests an abundance or excess of money/resource compared to simply being 'strapped'.

Heavily juiced

Means to be under the influence of something, often referring to energy drinks, alcohol, or drugs.
Example: She's been heavily juiced on energy drinks lately.
Note: The slang term 'heavily juiced' implies a high level or excessive consumption compared to just being 'juiced'.

Heavily chilling

Indicates relaxing or taking it easy in a significant or intense manner.
Example: I'm just heavily chilling at home tonight.
Note: The slang term emphasizes a deeper sense of relaxation compared to simply 'chilling'.

Heavily ghosted

Refers to being completely ignored or avoided, especially in the context of communication.
Example: She felt disappointed after being heavily ghosted by her date.
Note: The slang term 'heavily ghosted' intensifies the impact of being ignored compared to just being 'ghosted'.

Heavily - Examples

The storm heavily damaged the roof of the house.
She was heavily criticized for her controversial remarks.
The company heavily invested in research and development.

Heavily grammar

Heavily - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: heavily
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): heavily
Syllabification and Stress
heavily Contains 2 syllables: heavi • ly
Phonetic transcription: ˈhe-və-lē
heavi ly , ˈhe və lē (The red syllable is stressed)

Heavily - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
heavily: ~ 2100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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