What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
vastly
Example
The new technology has vastly improved our productivity. [vastly: adverb]
Example
The population of the city has grown vastly over the past decade. [vastly: adverb]
enormously
Example
The company's profits have increased enormously this year. [enormously: adverb]
Example
The earthquake caused enormous damage to the city. [enormous: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Enormously is less common than vastly in everyday language. Vastly is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts, while enormously is more specific in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between vastly and enormously?
Both vastly and enormously are considered formal words and are appropriate for use in academic or professional writing.
