Synonyms for

Exceedingly

Verb / ɪˈksi:dɪŋli: / Another word for exceedingly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to a very great degree; extremely

Synonyms & similar words

super extremely passing extremely very immensely extraordinarily remarkably exceptionally awfully terribly mightily intensely highly uncommonly outrageously dreadfully excessively quite super mega ultra uber

Synonyms by register

Formal

exceptionally remarkably unusually extraordinarily

Informal

really very super awfully terribly

Literary

passing great passing fair passing strange

Antonyms

slightly moderately somewhat barely inadequately insufficiently

Common collocations

  • exceedingly rare
  • exceedingly difficult
  • exceedingly important
  • exceedingly pleased
  • exceedingly well
  • exceedingly good
  • exceedingly high

Word family

adverb exceedingly

Usage note

Exceedingly is an adverb used to intensify an adjective or another adverb. It is generally considered a more formal or literary choice than 'very'.

Example sentences

  1. The cake was exceedingly delicious.
  2. She was exceedingly grateful for the help.
  3. The dog barked exceedingly loudly.
  4. He was exceedingly proud of his accomplishment.
  5. The sun was shining exceedingly bright.

Quotes

  • I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.
  • The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.
  • In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on.

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