Amazingly
/əˈmeɪzɪŋli/
adverbBeginnerCommonGeneral
Meaning
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Definitions
1
In a way that causes great surprise or wonder.
/əˈmeɪzɪŋli/
adverbpositiveBeginner
General
To a surprising or wonderful degree.
She sang amazingly well.
💡 Simply: Very surprisingly and wonderfully.
More Examples
2
The sunset was amazingly beautiful.
How It's Used
Everyday Conversation
"The magician performed amazingly well."
Reviews
"The movie's special effects were amazingly realistic."
Derived from "amazing," which comes from the verb "amaze." The suffix "-ly" transforms the adjective into an adverb.
The word's usage has remained consistent over time, expressing a high degree of surprise and wonder.
Memory tip
Think of 'amazing' and add '-ly' for the adverb form.
Practice
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Usage
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