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ˈriːznəbli Happy Expected Pay Back Loan Adverb Bre

Word reasonably
WordType (adverb)
Phonetic BrE / ˈriːznəbli / NAmE / ˈriːznəbli /
Example
  • the instructions are reasonably straightforward.
  • she seems reasonably happy in her new job.
  • we tried to discuss the matter calmly and reasonably.
  • he couldn't reasonably be expected to pay back the loan all at once.
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reasonably

(adverb)BrE / ˈriːznəbli / NAmE / ˈriːznəbli /
  1. to a degree that is fairly good but not very good
    • The instructions are reasonably straightforward.
    • She seems reasonably happy in her new job.
  2. in a logical and sensible way
    • We tried to discuss the matter calmly and reasonably.
  3. in a fair way
    • He couldn't reasonably be expected to pay back the loan all at once.
    • The apartments are reasonably priced (= not too expensive).

    Extra Examples

    • He couldn’t reasonably be expected to pay back the loan all at once.
    • I was reasonably happy with the situation.
    • It is reasonably safe to assume that they will win the election.
    • The apartments are reasonably priced.
    • The girl was reasonably attractive.
    • The hostages had been reasonably well cared for.
    • They have a reasonably clear idea of the sort of person they need.
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