ideally Meaning & Definition
/aɪˈdɪə.li/
What Does Ideally Mean?
As an adverb, ideally means In an ideal way; perfectly. It is also used to mean Given ideal circumstances; preferably.
Word Facts for Ideally
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /aɪˈdɪə.li/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Antonyms | nonideally |
| Comparative / superlative | more ideally, most ideally |
Ideally Definition (Adverb)
- In an ideal way; perfectly.
- Given ideal circumstances; preferably.
Ideally, we would have one textbook per student, but unfortunately some of you will have to share.
Synonyms of Ideally
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Ideally synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Ideally
Ideally in a Sentence
Ideally, we would have one textbook per student, but unfortunately some of you will have to share.
Word Forms & Grammar
ideally (comparative more ideally, superlative most ideally)
Words That Rhyme With Ideally
Origin of Ideally
From ideal + -ly.
Pronouncing Ideally
The standard pronunciation of ideally is /aɪˈdɪə.li/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (dɪə).
Quick Answers About Ideally
What part of speech is ideally?
Ideally is an adverb.
What is the opposite of ideally?
The opposite of ideally is nonideally.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of ideally?
The comparative form is more ideally and the superlative form is most ideally.