Definitions
- Used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something. - Describing something that is beyond what is considered normal or expected. - Used to express a strong opinion or feeling about something.
- Describing something that is unusual or outstanding in a positive way. - Used to emphasize the high quality or performance of something. - Referring to something that is beyond what is considered normal or expected.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to describe something that is beyond what is considered normal or expected.
- 2Both words can be used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.
- 3Both words are adverbs that modify adjectives or other adverbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Extremely is more commonly used than exceptionally in everyday language.
- 2Intensity: Extremely emphasizes the degree or intensity of something, while exceptionally emphasizes the high quality or performance of something.
- 3Connotation: Extremely can be used to express a strong opinion or feeling about something, while exceptionally is typically associated with a positive connotation.
- 4Frequency: Extremely can be used to describe both positive and negative situations, while exceptionally is usually used to describe positive situations.
- 5Formality: Exceptionally is more formal than extremely and is often used in academic or professional contexts.
Remember this!
Extremely and exceptionally are both adverbs used to describe something that is beyond what is considered normal or expected. However, extremely emphasizes the degree or intensity of something, while exceptionally emphasizes the high quality or performance of something. Additionally, exceptionally is more formal and is often used in academic or professional contexts.
