beautifully

Etymology

beautiful + -ly, circa 17th century

adv

  1. In a beautiful manner.
    The intercom system worked beautifully, despite the fact that the ear plugs were designed for human rather than kzinti ears. 1970, Larry Niven, Ringworld, page 276
    Tom Cleverley had one of his better games, the highlight being a beautifully weighted pass to send Walcott away for his goal, and Rooney probably did as well as might have been anticipated given this was his first start in a competitive match since April. 14 August 2013, Daniel Taylor, The Guardian

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