liberally
Translation
generously, freely, abundantly
Examples
She spread the butter liberally on the toast.
She spread the butter liberally on the toast.
He quoted liberally from the works of Shakespeare.
He quoted liberally from the works of Shakespeare.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) + liberally modifies a verb She spread the butter liberally on the toast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: generously, freely, abundantly; Antonyms: sparingly, meagerly
Etymology
From Latin 'liberalis' (noble, generous), from 'liber' (free). The suffix '-ly' forms an adverb.
Memory Tips
Think of applying something with a 'liberal' hand, meaning freely and without restriction.