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commonly Synonyms

Another word for commonly

Choosing another word for commonly depends on context, so the 22 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

Very often, frequently, or in most cases; as a usual or widespread occurrence or practice.

Usage Example

"Sodium bicarbonate, frequently known as baking soda, is used in a wide variety of household applications."

Strongest
frequently
usually
generally
ordinarily
Strong
normally
customarily
typically
widely
routinely
regularly

• adverb (Context 2)

Jointly or together with others; in common.

Usage Example

"The grazing pasture was jointly held and maintained by all the families in the village."

Strongest
jointly
collectively
mutually
Strong
communally
cooperatively
together

• adverb (Context 3)

In a coarse, unrefined, or vulgar manner; without polish or distinction.

Usage Example

"She was dismayed by how vulgarly the guests behaved during the formal dinner."

Strongest
vulgarly
coarsely
Strong
crudely
boorishly
uncouthly
inelegantly

Opposites of commonly

The opposite of commonly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

individually
seldom
rarely
separately
politely
infrequently
uncommonly
exclusively
See all opposites of commonly

• Nearby Words

common wombat
commonality
commoner
commonly
commonness
commonplace
commons

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Commonly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/commonly
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