exceptionally
Exceptionally (adverb) means to an unusually high or remarkable degree. Example: “The weather has been exceptionally warm this month.”
How to use exceptionally
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRemarkably or unusually — often intensifying an adjective that follows.
Word forms
more exceptionally comparative, most exceptionally superlative
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The weather has been _____ warm this month.
Etymology
From exceptional + the adverb suffix -ly.
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Rhymes for exceptionally
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What does “exceptionally” mean?
The word “exceptionally” means to an unusually high or remarkable degree. In plain terms, remarkably or unusually — often intensifying an adjective that follows.
How do you pronounce “exceptionally”?
“Exceptionally” is pronounced ihk-SEHP-shuh-nuh-lee (/ɪkˈsɛp(t)ʃənəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “exceptionally” in a sentence?
Here is “exceptionally” used in a sentence: “The weather has been exceptionally warm this month.”
What part of speech is “exceptionally”?
“Exceptionally” is an adverb.
Is “exceptionally” a common word?
“Exceptionally” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between exceptionally and extremely?
Exceptionally suggests a degree that stands out as unusual or remarkable compared to the norm, often carrying a positive connotation. Extremely simply indicates a high intensity or degree without necessarily implying that it is uncommon or noteworthy.
Is exceptionally used for positive or negative qualities?
Exceptionally is most often used to intensify positive qualities, as in "exceptionally talented," but it can also modify negative qualities, such as "exceptionally difficult," simply to show the degree is unusually high.
What kinds of words does exceptionally typically modify?
Exceptionally usually modifies adjectives, such as "exceptionally clear" or "exceptionally rare," to show that a quality exists to an unusually high or remarkable degree.