Definitions
- Used to describe something that is very bad or unpleasant. - Used to emphasize a negative feeling or experience. - Used to describe something that is done in a very bad or ineffective way.
- Used to describe something that is very good or impressive. - Used to emphasize a positive feeling or experience. - Used to describe something that is done in a very effective or successful way.
List of Similarities
- 1Both terribly and exceedingly are adverbs used to intensify an adjective or adverb.
- 2Both words express a high degree of something, whether positive or negative.
- 3Both words can be used to emphasize a feeling or experience.
What is the difference?
- 1Connotation: Terribly has a negative connotation, while exceedingly has a positive connotation.
- 2Usage: Terribly is used to describe something that is bad or ineffective, while exceedingly is used to describe something that is good or impressive.
- 3Intensity: Terribly implies a high degree of negativity, while exceedingly implies a high degree of positivity.
- 4Formality: Exceedingly is more formal than terribly, which is often used in informal contexts.
- 5Frequency: Terribly is more commonly used than exceedingly in everyday language.
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Remember this!
Terribly and exceedingly are both adverbs used to intensify an adjective or adverb. However, terribly has a negative connotation and is used to describe something that is bad or ineffective, while exceedingly has a positive connotation and is used to describe something that is good or impressive.
