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geradezu — meaning in English

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English meaning

downright adverb Thoroughly or absolutely — used to intensify an adjective.
quite adv Completely or entirely.

Senses

geradezu is used for these senses in English:

downright Completely, wholly.
quite In a fully justified sense; truly, perfectly, actually.

downright — full definition

adverb Thoroughly or absolutely — used to intensify an adjective.
adjective Direct and plain in manner or speech.

quite — full definition

adv Completely or entirely.
adv To a moderate or fairly high degree; rather.
intj Used to express agreement.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

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