richly

adverb

rich·​ly ˈrich-lē How to pronounce richly (audio)
1
: in a rich manner
2
: in full measure : amply
praise richly deserved

Examples of richly in a Sentence

The room was richly decorated. They were richly rewarded for their efforts.
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The 645-square-foot lodge suites are richly textured in linen, wool, and leather to create cozy retreats in New Zealand’s cool climate, with walls of glass that can open to the river and gardens in warmer weather. Kendall Hill, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2025 This was a rout richly earned, not stolen, but taken. Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 15 May 2025 Brittany Fair is feeling richly blessed this Mother’s Day. Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2025 Today’s formulas are finely milled, baked, buildable, and richly pigmented. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for richly

Word History

Etymology

Middle English richely, from Old English rīclīce, from rīce rich

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of richly was before the 12th century

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“Richly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/richly. Accessed 19 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

richly

adverb
rich·​ly ˈrich-lē How to pronounce richly (audio)
1
: in a rich manner
richly dressed
2
: in full measure : amply
richly deserved

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