nicely

adverb

Definition of nicelynext
1
as in well
in a pleasing way he's a nicely helpful child

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2
as in fine
in a satisfactory way I'm doing nicely, and thanks for asking

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3
as in kindly
with good reason or courtesy excuse yourself nicely and you should be fine

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nicely
  1. well
  2. fine
  3. kindly
  4. great
  5. good
  6. finely
  7. beautifully
  8. wonderfully
Adverb
  • Allen had a better OPS than all but Henry Aaron, who was one point better: .941 for Aaron, .940 for Allen.
    Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Many multinational companies have shifted to producing alcohol locally as well, a cost-effective alternative to exporting from a central hub.
    Rachel King, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of well
Adverb
  • The Boeing Starliner undocked autonomously Sept. 6 and managed to land just fine in New Mexico desert.
    Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
  • It’s said the top three rules of real estate are location, location, location — and the new location of Christmas in the Park’s Jingle Bell Stage at the north end of Plaza de Cesar Chavez is working just fine for Fil Maresca, who’s managing the folks selling beer and wine at the Park Tavern.
    Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of fine
Adverb
  • In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Arthur D. Cashin Jr. Memorial Scholarship at Xavier High School.
    Bob Pisani, CNBC, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Miracle on 34th Street revolves around Kris Kringle, a kindly elderly man hired as a department store Santa.
    Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of kindly
Adverb
  • The former Green Bay Packers great spoke with TMZ Sports about his health and the benefit of having been diagnosed in the very early stages of the disease.
    Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Plus, since the shades of green in the Agatha and Colette are the same, the sets look great mixed and matched.
    Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of great
Adverb
  • Ours is set in a modern world while subverting the audiences expectations given the character has personified good since its inception.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 May 2024
  • Ethics and dangers are obvious concerns, but it shouldn’t be overlooked that AI has the potential to do profound good beyond pithy conversation with some chatbot.
    Steven Aquino, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
Definition of good
Adverb
  • In the lush landscapes of Vicenza, known as the City of Gold, one name has been synonymous with luxurious, innovative, and finely crafted jewelry: Roberto Coin.
    Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
  • My systems are finely tuned, my heart rate is slightly raised, and my senses are on high alert.
    RM Clark, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of finely
Adverb
  • This drama is so beautifully stylized that even the blood splattered on characters’ faces looks like a glossy decoration.
    Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • For best results, use sturdy 40-pound watercolor paper to ensure the lanterns hold up beautifully.
    Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of beautifully
Adverb
  • Get The Recipe 04 of 24 Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs These delicious slow-cooker meatballs work wonderfully as an appetizer or a main dish.
    Macie Stump, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Tying the whole package together is the wonderfully John Williams-esque score from composer Gordy Haab, who, fittingly enough, began his video game career on 2009’s Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings.
    Josh Weiss, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of wonderfully
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