capitally

[ kap-i-tl-ee ]

adverb

1. excellently; very well.
2. in a manner involving capital punishment.

capitally

/ ˈkæpɪtəlɪ /

adverb

1. in an excellent manner; admirably

Word History and Origins

Origin of capitally¹

First recorded in 1600–10; capital ¹ + -ly

Example Sentences

All these geographically dispersed locations are expensive to build and maintain – it’s a capitally intensive job.

From Forbes

As such it turns what was formerly a rigid and capitally intensive industry into one which has the flexibility that software brings.

From Forbes

To be sure, the crime for which Thomas was capitally charged was horrific.

From Salon

"My friend thinks he'll do capitally now, and, if we leave him, that he'll soon drop asleep; so I vote we give him the chance."

From Project Gutenberg

It has fine wide streets; the principal one, which runs round the edge of the harbour, is capitally paved.

From Project Gutenberg

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