habitually

[ huh-bich-oo-uh-lee ]

adverb

1. as a habit, or an established way of being or acting; routinely or regularly:

   Students who are habitually late will do a reflective writing exercise so we can get to the root of the problem.

Other Words From

• non·ha·bit·u·al·ly adverb
• qua·si-ha·bit·u·al·ly adverb
• un·ha·bit·u·al·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of habitually¹

habitual ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Worst of all, she habitually dodged questions, offering banal, scripted, unmemorable answers that reinforced the impression that she was weak and lacked the courage of her convictions.

From Salon

In 1,600 pages of jail medical notes, there is no mention of Solis habitually swallowing harmful objects, as the sheriff claimed.

From Los Angeles Times

And it’s well-known that the department is habitually hesitant to do anything that could be perceived as interfering with an election.

From Los Angeles Times

But the Legislature habitually tries to squeeze through more spending long after the annual budget has been enacted.

From Los Angeles Times

Anyone who travels regularly on Thai roads will be familiar with the dangerous behaviour habitually exhibited by many drivers.

From BBC

Related Words

• commonly
• customarily