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Happily Definition & Meaning

happily
adverb
  1. in a joyous manner; "they shouted happily"
  2. in an unexpectedly lucky way; "happily he was not injured"

"Happily" in song lyrics

See how happily is used in real songs:

  • "He - grabbed one worth a half a G, shorty smilin happily"
    Akir — Grind
  • "Y'all keep on, with that jibbery jabbery slippin out happily"
    Bubba Sparxxx f/ Duddy Ken — Take'm to the Water
  • "One minute you're driving around with your friends happily"
    Capital-X — 999330

Usage tips for "happily"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "happily" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for happily to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does happily mean?
in a joyous manner; "they shouted happily" in an unexpectedly lucky way; "happily he was not injured"
What part of speech is happily?
Happily is an adverb.
How many definitions does happily have?
Happily has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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