brightly

Word parts

bright + -ly

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈbraɪtli/

Adverb

Positive brightly

Comparative more brightly

Superlative most brightly

1. If something is shining brightly, it is giving off a lot of light.
2. If you speak, smile, or act brightly, you do so in a happy, positive, friendly way.