adverb

commonly

commonly, usually, generally, frequently

This species is commonly found in forests.

This species is commonly found in forests.

It is a commonly held belief.

It is a commonly held belief.

commonly + ((verb)) usually; often This word is commonly used.

commonly + ((adjective)) generally It is a commonly known fact.

Synonyms: usually, generally, frequently, typically; Antonyms: rarely, uncommonly

Formed from the adjective 'common' and the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.

If something is 'common', it happens 'commonly'. It's the adverb form.

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