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ideally.

In an ideal way; perfectly.

7 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adv/aɪˈdɪə.li/UK/aɪˈdi.ə.li/US
  1. In an ideal way; perfectly.

  2. Given ideal circumstances; preferably.

    Ideally, we would have one textbook per student, but unfortunately some of you will have to share.
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English ideal Middle English -ly English -ly English ideally From ideal + -ly.

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