immeasurably — to an extent that cannot be measured or calculated; extremely
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: to an extent that cannot be measured or calculated; extremely
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈmeʒərəbli/
Example Sentences
- My dog's appetite has grown immeasurably since he discovered the neighbor's barbecue parties.
- Her confidence improved immeasurably after she learned to parallel park.
- The invention of smartphones has changed our lives immeasurably.
immeasurably
ADVERB[/ɪˈmeʒərəbli/]
to an extent that cannot be measured or calculated; extremely
Beyond all measurement and scale
The new telescope expanded our understanding of the universe immeasurably. (📏 Measure + ♾️ Infinite → Immeasurably)
She helped the community immeasurably, became a treasured neighbor, and brought lasting pleasure to everyone.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'mensura' meaning 'measure,' combined with the prefix 'im-' (not) and the suffix '-able' (capable of). The adverbial suffix '-ly' was added to create the adverb form.
Breakdown
im- (not) + measure (from Latin mensura) + -able (capable of being) + -ly (adverb suffix) = immeasurably
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog's appetite has grown immeasurably since he discovered the neighbor's barbecue parties.”
“Her confidence improved immeasurably after she learned to parallel park.”
“The invention of smartphones has changed our lives immeasurably.”
“Education can enrich one's life immeasurably.”
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