Presently

Pronunciation: /ˈprɛzəntli/

Definitions of presently

adverb used to indicate that something is happening now or at the present time

Example Sentences

A1 I am presently studying English at a beginner level.

A2 He is presently working on improving his vocabulary.

B1 The company is presently considering expanding into new markets.

B2 The project team is presently reviewing the latest data before making a decision.

C1 The scientist is presently conducting research on a groundbreaking new technology.

C2 The CEO is presently overseeing multiple international projects to ensure their success.

Examples of presently in a Sentence

formal The project is presently in the final stages of development.

informal I'm presently working on my assignment for class.

slang I'm presently binge-watching my favorite show on Netflix.

figurative The company is presently navigating through turbulent waters in the market.

Grammatical Forms of presently

• past tense: presented
• plural: presentlies
• comparative: more presently
• superlative: most presently
• present tense: presents
• future tense: will present
• perfect tense: have presented
• continuous tense: is presenting
• singular: presently
• positive degree: present
• infinitive: to present
• gerund: presenting
• participle: presented

Origin and Evolution of presently

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'presently' originated from the Middle English word 'presently', which was derived from the Old French word 'presentement'.

Evolution of the word: Originally, 'presently' meant 'at the present time' or 'now'. Over time, the word's usage has evolved to also mean 'soon' or 'in a short while'.