Definitions

1. adverb

in a high degree or to a great extent; very much or strongly.

“The company’s profits have risen highly in the past quarter.”

2. adverb

used to emphasize the degree or extent of something.

“She sings highly of her new teacher.”

3. adverb

to a great or considerable extent.

“The city is highly polluted.”

4. adjective

at a high level or degree.

“highly skilled engineers were hired for the project.”