safely

Word parts

safe + -ly

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈseɪfli/

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• Hyphenation: safe‧ly

Adverb

Positive safely

Comparative more safely

Superlative most safely

1. If something is done safely, it is done in a dangerous manner.
   • Antonym: dangerously

Related words

• safe