proficiently [pruh-fish-uhnt]
Main Entry:
well [wel]
Part of Speech: adverb
Definition: happily, pleasantly; capably
Synonyms: ably, accurately, adeptly, adequately, admirably, agreeably, attentively, capitally, carefully, closely, commendably, competently, completely, conscientiously, correctly, effectively, efficiently, excellently, expertly, famously, favorably, fully, in a satisfactory manner, irreproachably, nicely, proficiently, profoundly, properly, rightly, satisfactorily, skillfully, smoothly, soundly, splendidly, strongly, successfully, suitably, thoroughly, with skill
Notes: using good as an adverb in place of well ("she dances real good," "he did good") is nonstandard usage - so, it would be best to say "she dances very well," "he did well"
well is an adverb to describe an activity; good is an adjective to describe a condition or state
Antonyms: badly, incapably, unpleasantly
Main Entry: competently
Part of Speech: adverb
Definition: capably
Synonyms: ably, adeptly, dexterously, effectively, efficiently, expertly, proficiently, skillfully, well
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