commonly

[ kom-uhn-lee ]

adverb

1. often; frequently:

   commonly used words.

2. usually; generally; ordinarily.

   Synonyms: routinely, customarily, normally

3. in a common manner.

commonly

/ ˈkɒmənlɪ /

adverb

1. usually; ordinarily

   he was commonly known as Joe

2. derogatory.
   in a coarse or vulgar way

   she dresses commonly

Word History and Origins

Origin of commonly¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English communeli(che); equivalent to common + -ly

Example Sentences

"A black market has sprung up for infant milk, and it is one of the most commonly shoplifted items," he said.

From BBC

Most importantly, they don’t have priority themes or frames and are commonly in the wrong frame.

From Salon

Metals such as titanium are most commonly used as they are reliable under immense pressures.

From BBC

It’s something not commonly found on menus because it’s high cost, but there are ways to incorporate it into dishes to add a piece of luxury that you don’t get everyday.

From Salon

No one checks these boxes more obviously than Ocasio-Cortez, who is commonly described as, e.g., “the most talented political communicator of her generation” and is, literally, an occasional streaming gamer.

From Slate

Related Words

• frequently
• generally
• more often than not
• ordinarily
• regularly