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Heftily: meaning, definitions and examples

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heftily

 

[ ˈhɛf.tɪ.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of action

Heftily describes an action that is performed with considerable weight or force. It often implies that something is done with a significant degree of strength, intensity, or emphasis. The term can also suggest a substantial size or amount. This adverb is used to express actions that are robust or impactful.

Synonyms

heavily, robustly, strongly, substantially

Examples of usage

  • Heftily muscled in on the conversation.
  • The package was heftily wrapped in brown paper.
  • She heftily lifted the weights at the gym.
  • The chef added heftily seasoned spices to the dish.

Translations

Translations of the word "heftily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pesadamente

🇮🇳 भारी तरीके से

🇩🇪 kräftig

🇮🇩 dengan berat

🇺🇦 вагомо

🇵🇱 ciężko

🇯🇵 重く

🇫🇷 lourdement

🇪🇸 pesadamente

🇹🇷 ağır bir şekilde

🇰🇷 무겁게

🇸🇦 بثقل

🇨🇿 těžce

🇸🇰 ťažko

🇨🇳 沉重地

🇸🇮 težko

🇮🇸 þungt

🇰🇿 ауыр түрде

🇬🇪 მძიმე

🇦🇿 ağır şəkildə

🇲🇽 pesadamente

Etymology

The adverb 'heftily' is derived from the adjective 'hefty', which originated in the late 19th century. The term 'hefty' itself is thought to have been formed from the word 'heft', meaning weight or bulk, which comes from the Old English 'heafod', meaning 'head' or 'chief.' The suffix '-ily' was added to 'hefty' to form the adverb, signifying the manner in which an action is carried out. The usage of 'heftily' has evolved to encompass not only physical weight but also the metaphorical weight of intent or expression in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,213, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.