Synonyms

profusely

American

[pruh-fyoos-lee, proh‐] / prəˈfyus li, proʊ‐ /

adverb

to a great or excessive extent; abundantly or extravagantly.

Every inch of wall surface both inside and outside of the temple is profusely decorated with exquisite images of flora and fauna.

Other Word Forms

unprofusely adverb

Etymology

Origin of profusely

profuse ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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“All I could do was see what was happening, correct it as best as I knew how, which was profusely apologize, refund and credit their next shop here.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

He sweated profusely and looked as if he might be dehydrated.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2025

They’ve all learned to treat him with respect, to thank him profusely for everything right in the world, so to keep him on their good side.

From Slate • Jul. 8, 2025

He said that Gould, a "shy, introverted person" and a man of previous good character, "apologises profusely" for the harm caused.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2025

I blushed profusely but did my best not to slump in my chair.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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