sublimely
|su-blime-ly|
/səˈblaɪm/
(sublime)
excellence or grandeur
Etymology
'sublime' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sublimis', where 'sublimis' meant 'uplifted' or 'high'.
'sublime' came into English via Old French (sublime) from Latin 'sublimis'; the Latin word passed into Middle English and became the modern English 'sublime'.
Initially it meant 'uplifted' or 'high' in a physical or metaphorical sense, but over time it evolved into the current senses of 'of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is elevated or majestic; inspiring great admiration or awe because of beauty, grandeur, or excellence.
The orchestra played the finale sublimely, leaving the audience speechless.
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Adverb 2
extremely well or excellently; in a way that is superb or sublime in quality.
She handled the negotiations sublimely, achieving an outcome everyone praised.
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Last updated: 2025/08/21 05:28