Definitions
- Used to describe something that is extremely or excessively high in degree or intensity. - Used to emphasize the extent or magnitude of something. - Used to indicate that something is beyond what is expected or normal.
- Used to describe something that is unusually good or outstanding. - Used to emphasize the positive qualities or characteristics of something. - Used to indicate that something is beyond what is typical or average.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adverbs used to emphasize the degree or quality of something.
- 2Both words indicate that something is beyond what is typical or expected.
- 3Both words can be used to describe positive or negative qualities.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Exceedingly is more commonly used to describe negative or unpleasant situations, while exceptionally is more commonly used to describe positive or outstanding situations.
- 2Degree: Exceedingly emphasizes an extreme or excessive degree, while exceptionally emphasizes an unusually high or outstanding degree.
- 3Connotation: Exceedingly can have a negative connotation, implying that something is too much or overwhelming, while exceptionally has a positive connotation, implying that something is exceptional or outstanding.
- 4Intention: Exceedingly emphasizes the intensity or magnitude of something, while exceptionally emphasizes the positive qualities or characteristics of something.
- 5Formality: Exceptionally is more formal than exceedingly, which is more commonly used in informal contexts.
Remember this!
Exceedingly and exceptionally are both adverbs used to emphasize the degree or quality of something. However, exceedingly is typically used to describe negative or unpleasant situations, emphasizing an extreme or excessive degree, while exceptionally is typically used to describe positive or outstanding situations, emphasizing an unusually high or outstanding degree.
