ably

The word “ably” has 2 syllables: a-bly.

It's pronounced as /ˈeɪ.bli/.


What is synonym and antonym for ably?

In the thesaurus, “ably” has 11 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ably along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for ably

  • adroitly
  • artfully
  • capably
  • competently
  • deftly
  • expertly
  • masterfully
  • neatly
  • proficiently
  • skillfully
  • well

Antonyms for ably

  • amateurishly
  • artlessly
  • incompetently
  • inefficiently
  • ineptly
  • inexpertly
  • poorly
  • unskillfully

Meanings of ably

  • adverb
    1. In an able manner; with great ability.

Example Sentences

  • The team captain ably led his teammates to victory with strategic planning and strong leadership.
  • Despite the challenging circumstances, she ably managed to complete the project ahead of schedule.
  • The professor ably explained complex concepts in a way that was easy for the students to understand.
  • The lawyer ably defended his client in court, presenting compelling evidence and arguments.
  • The emergency response team ably handled the crisis, ensuring the safety of everyone involved.

On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ably, such as: adroitly, amateurishly, artfully, artlessly, capably, competently, deftly.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

abnormally

  • amazingly
  • chiefly
  • curiously
  • exceeding
  • exceedingly
  • exceptionally
  • exclusively
  • extraordinarily
  • extremely
  • freakishly
  • improperly
  • inappropriately
  • individually
  • negatively
  • notably
  • peculiarly
  • principally
  • rarely
  • remarkably
  • separately
  • singularly
  • specially
  • specifically
  • startlingly
  • strikingly
  • surprisingly
  • uncommonly
  • uniquely
  • unusually
  • variously

absolutely

  • actually
  • categorically
  • certainly
  • completely
  • definitely
  • doubtless
  • downright
  • entirely
  • exactly
  • fully
  • positively
  • precisely
  • quite
  • really
  • surely
  • thoroughly
  • totally
  • truly
  • unconditionally
  • unquestionably
  • utterly
  • wholly

abysmally

  • atrociously
  • awfully
  • bad
  • badly
  • damnably
  • deplorably
  • disastrously
  • dreadfully
  • horrendously
  • horribly
  • horrifically
  • inadequately
  • poorly
  • terribly
  • unsatisfactorily

acceptably

  • abundantly
  • adequately
  • admirably
  • alright
  • appropriately
  • attractively
  • beautifully
  • competently
  • decently
  • extensively
  • fine
  • finely
  • generously
  • good
  • happily
  • lavishly
  • liberally
  • nicely
  • ok
  • okay
  • perfectly
  • pleasantly
  • properly
  • respectably
  • richly
  • satisfactorily
  • sufficiently
  • well

balefully

  • bitterly
  • callously
  • caustically
  • cruelly
  • disagreeably
  • enviously
  • felly
  • heartlessly
  • inhumanely
  • invidiously
  • jealously
  • mercilessly
  • pitilessly
  • resentfully
  • ruthlessly
  • soullessly
  • unfeelingly
  • ungraciously
  • unkindly
  • venomously

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