alphabetically

Word parts

alphabetical + -ly

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌalfəˈbɛtɪkli/

• Audio (US)

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Adverb

Positive alphabetically

Comparative more alphabetically

Superlative most alphabetically

1. In order of the alphabet.

   Sorting alphabetically means every name beginning with 'A' will come before words beginning with 'B'.

   Dictionaries are often sorted alphabetically.