Definitions
- Used to describe something that is very intense or extreme. - Used to emphasize the degree of something, often in a positive way. - Used to describe something that is beyond what is expected or normal.
- Used to describe something that is very intense or extreme. - Used to emphasize the degree of something, often in a negative way. - Used to describe something that is beyond what is expected or normal.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adverbs used to intensify the meaning of an adjective or another adverb.
- 2Both words can be used to describe something that is beyond what is expected or normal.
- 3Both words can be used to emphasize the degree of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Exceedingly is less common than extremely and is typically used in more formal contexts.
- 2Connotation: Exceedingly has a more positive connotation than extremely, which can have a negative connotation.
- 3Emphasis: Exceedingly emphasizes the degree of something in a positive way, while extremely emphasizes the degree of something in a negative way.
- 4Intention: Exceedingly is often used to express gratitude or appreciation, while extremely is often used to express dissatisfaction or frustration.
- 5Variety: Extremely is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts than exceedingly.
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Remember this!
Exceedingly and extremely are synonyms that both mean 'to a great extent'. However, exceedingly is less common and has a more positive connotation than extremely. Exceedingly is often used to express gratitude or appreciation, while extremely is often used to express dissatisfaction or frustration.
