What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
enormously
Example
The company's profits have increased enormously this year. [enormously: adverb]
Example
The earthquake caused enormous damage to the city. [enormous: adjective]
immensely
Example
I enjoyed the book immensely and couldn't put it down. [immensely: adverb]
Example
The support of my family has helped me immensely during difficult times. [immensely: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Enormously and immensely are both less common than other synonyms such as 'very' or 'extremely'. However, enormously is slightly more common than immensely in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between enormously and immensely?
Both enormously and immensely are considered formal words and may not be appropriate for casual or informal contexts. However, immensely may have a slightly more positive and uplifting connotation, making it more suitable for certain formal situations such as speeches or presentations.
