phenomenally — in a remarkable or exceptional way; to an extraordinary degree
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a remarkable or exceptional way; to an extraordinary degree
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɪˈnɑːmɪnəli/
Example Sentences
- The new coffee shop became phenomenally popular overnight - there's a line around the block!
- His cooking skills improved phenomenally after watching YouTube tutorials for a week.
- The company's stock price rose phenomenally, making the CEO dance in the boardroom.
phenomenally
ADVERB[/fɪˈnɑːmɪnəli/]
in a remarkable or exceptional way; to an extraordinary degree
The young pianist performed phenomenally, amazing the entire audience.
"Fan? A medal!" the coach laughed as the champion performed phenomenally and proudly lifted the gold medal.
The performer sang phenomenally, exceptionally, and unforgettablely, leaving the audience speechless.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Greek 'phainomenon' (that which appears or is shown), which entered English as 'phenomenon' meaning an observable fact or occurrence. The adverbial suffix '-ally' was added to the adjective form 'phenomenal' to create this adverb, originally used in philosophical contexts to describe observable phenomena, but now extended to mean 'in a remarkable or extraordinary manner.'
Breakdown
phenomenon (from Greek phainomenon, 'that which appears') + -al (adjectival suffix) + -ly (adverbial suffix forming an adverb from an adjective).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The new coffee shop became phenomenally popular overnight - there's a line around the block!”
“His cooking skills improved phenomenally after watching YouTube tutorials for a week.”
“The company's stock price rose phenomenally, making the CEO dance in the boardroom.”
“She performed phenomenally well on the TOEIC test after months of preparation.”
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