The meaning of RARELY is not often : seldom. How to use rarely in a sentence.

RARELY meaning: 1. not often: 2. not often: 3. on very few occasions; almost never: . Learn more.

Definition of rarely adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Dec 14, 2025 · Adverb rarely (comparative rarelier or more rarely, superlative rareliest or most rarely) Not occurring at a regular interval; seldom; not often. [from 16th c.]

a. In an unusual degree; exceptionally: "a rarely good judge of the best in modern literature" (Frank Harris). b. With uncommon excellence: "You can write rarely now, after all your …

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025 rare•ly (râr′ lē), adv. on rare occasions; infrequently; seldom: I'm rarely late for appointments. …

RARELY definition: on rare occasions; infrequently; seldom. See examples of rarely used in a sentence.

Definition of rarely. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.

If something rarely happens, it does not happen very often. June and her daughters laughed a lot and rarely fought. I very rarely wear a raincoat because I spend most of my time in a car. …

RARELY meaning: not very oftenThese machines only need to be fixed very rarely. = These machines rarely need to be fixed.