English · Adjectives

safely

/ˈseɪfli/

[/ˈseɪfli/]

without harm or danger

Beginneradverb

Definition

Safely means in a way that is free from danger or harm.

Example

They arrived home safely after the long trip.

They arrived home safely after the long trip.

Etymology

From 'safe', from Old French 'sauf', from Latin 'salvus', plus '-ly'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to show an action is done without danger.

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