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Definition of helpfully

helpfully

/ˈhɛlpfəli/
help · ful · ly
Adjective:helpful
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• adverb

1

In a helpful, useful, or cooperative manner; so as to provide assistance or benefit.

Example

"The receptionist helpfully drew a map to show us the fastest route to the museum."

2

Used as a sentence modifier to indicate that a particular fact, circumstance, or action is fortunate or convenient.

Example

"Helpfully, all the archival documents had already been organized in chronological order."

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• Nearby Words

helpdesk
helper
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helpfully
helpfulness
helping
helpless

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Helpfully. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/helpfully
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