Hardly

adverb

/ˈhɑːdli/

Word Frequency: 43.0

Definitions

1.adverb(manner) Firmly, vigorously, with strength or exertion.

2.adverb(manner) Harshly, severely; in a hard manner.

"I can't really deal hardly with people."

3.adverbWith difficulty.

4.adverb(degree) Barely, only just, almost not.

"they hardly ever watch television; I hardly think they'll come in this bad weather; it's hardly possible he could lose the election."

5.interjectionNot really.

"I think the Beatles are a really overrated band. ― Hardly!"

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