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rarely
adverb rare·ly \ˈrer-lē\
: not very often
Full Definition of RARELY
1
: not often : seldom
2
: with rare skill : excellently
3
: in an extreme or exceptional manner
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First Known Use of RARELY
1549
Related to RARELY
- Synonyms
- infrequently, little, seldom
- Antonyms
- frequently, oft, often, oftentimes (or ofttimes)
RARELY Defined for Kids
rarely
adverb rare·ly \ˈrer-lē\
Definition of RARELY for Kids
: not often <I rarely go.>
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