perfectly
Translation
perfectly, completely
Examples
The cake was perfectly baked.
The cake was perfectly baked.
I understand perfectly what you mean.
I understand perfectly what you mean.
This shirt fits me perfectly.
This shirt fits me perfectly.
Grammar Patterns
((perfectly)) + adjective/participle The plan was perfectly executed.
verb + ((perfectly)) She speaks English perfectly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flawlessly, completely, ideally; Antonyms: imperfectly
Etymology
From 'perfect' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. It means 'in a perfect manner'.
Memory Tips
The '-ly' ending signals that it's an adverb, describing an action or quality as being 'perfect'.