exceptionally

adverb

ex·​cep·​tion·​al·​ly ik-ˈsep-sh(ə-)nə-lē How to pronounce exceptionally (audio)
: in an exceptional manner : to an exceptional degree
especially : more than average or usual
an exceptionally difficult task

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Imagine the naïve mind of a 16-yer old being manipulated by the devious, nefarious, and exceptionally skillful political strategists who are backed by countless billions of bucks. Eli Amdur, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025 What is exceptionally unique about Joel’s oeuvre is that, where most of the rest of rock ‘n roll draws on the blues for its fuel, his work is powered so heavily by European classical music. Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 18 July 2025 Adding to the spectacle are fireballs — exceptionally bright meteors that are larger and more dramatic than the typical streak. Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 17 July 2025 The characters themselves make for an exceptionally engaging series. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 17 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for exceptionally

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of exceptionally was in 1703

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“Exceptionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exceptionally. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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