Successfully

/səkˈsɛsfəli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
In a manner that achieves a desired outcome or result.
She successfully completed the project ahead of the deadline.
In a way that leads to success or favorable results.
The team successfully launched the new product to great acclaim.
In a competent or effective manner.
He was able to negotiate successfully for a higher salary.
With positive results; effectively.
The therapy was successfully administered to the patients.
In a way that fulfills the intended goals or ambitions.
They successfully navigated the challenges of starting a new business.

Etymology

From success + -fully

Common Phrases and Expressions

to succeed
to achieve the desired outcome
successful career
a career that has achieved a high level of accomplishment
successful negotiation
a negotiation that leads to a favorable agreement

Related Words

success
the achievement of something intended or desired
succeed
to achieve the desired aim or result
successful
achieving or having achieved success

Slang Meanings

Nailed it
That presentation? Nailing it. We did it successfully!
Crushed it
She crushed it on her exam — totally successful!