exceptionally

American  

[ik-sep-shuh-nuh-lee] / ɪkˈsɛp ʃə nə li /

adverb

1. in a way or to a degree that is unusual or extraordinary; extremely.

   The combination of an exceptionally high tide and a devastating storm surge has wreaked havoc on coastal communities.

   In the photo, a young woman sits on the floor of a small shanty in an exceptionally impoverished neighborhood.

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Other Word Forms

• nonexceptionally adverb
• preexceptionally adverb
• quasi-exceptionally adverb
• superexceptionally adverb

Etymology

Origin of exceptionally

exceptional ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

This past year has proven to be exceptionally challenging.

From BBC

Addressing the European Parliament Thursday, ECB President Christine Lagarde said the the euro area had faced an "exceptionally challenging environment over recent years, with high inflation affecting both households and firms".

From Barron's

It also reflects the growing evidence that Holyrood's budget is getting squeezed exceptionally tight.

From BBC

Metal detectorists have discovered two "exceptionally rare" lead blocks on farmland in west Wales.

From BBC

South Derbyshire District Council spokesperson said the supplier of food waste collection vehicles was experiencing "exceptionally high demand", making it difficult to get hold of them.

From BBC

Related Words

• abnormally