normally
/ˈnɔː.mə.li/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Under normal conditions or circumstances; usually; most of the time
Adverb
Examples
Normally, I eat breakfast at 6am, but today, I got up late and didn't eat until 9.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
In the expected or customary manner.
Adverb
Examples
Lisa ate normally, until she realised that she was late for choir, when she sped up.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “normally” mean?
Under normal conditions or circumstances; usually; most of the time
Is “normally” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.