Valuably

Part of speech: adverb

Definitions

1. In a way that demonstrates considerable importance or utility
2. Through actions or characteristics that carry notable significance or advantage
3. In a manner that contributes significant benefit or enhances value to something

Etymology: "Valuably" is a plain formation: the adjective "valuable" with the adverb ending "-ly" added. The ending traces back through Middle English "-ly" to Old English "-līċe," itself built from a Proto-Germanic element meaning "body" or "form," which is why the suffix has long been the standard way English turns adjectives into manner adverbs. The adjective underneath is more layered. "Valuable" combines "value" with the suffix "-able," which entered English through Old French from Latin "-ābilis" and "-bilis," marking capacity or fitness, so a valuable thing is one that can be valued. "Value" itself is the older core, descending from the Old French verb "valoir," meaning "to be worth," which traces back through Latin to the same verb root that gives English "valiant" and "avail." Because the adverb simply describes doing something in a valuable way, its meaning follows directly from the adjective: an action performed valuably is one that proves its worth or usefulness.

Synonyms: worthily, importantly, significantly, usefully, advantageously