1. (

• highly ,
• extremely ,

) to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect; "highly successful"; "He spoke highly of her"; "does not think highly of his writing"; "extremely interesting" ;

2. (

• highly ,

) at a high rate or wage; "highly paid workers" ;

3. (

• highly

) in a high position or level or rank; "details known by only a few highly placed persons" ;