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

Slang Meanings

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