separately

/ˈsɛp.(ə.)ɹət.li/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

In a separate manner; not together; apart.

Adverb

Examples

We've been living separately for three years.

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 “separately” mean?

In a separate manner; not together; apart.

Is “separately” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.