immensely

adverb

im·​mense·​ly i-ˈmen(t)s-lē How to pronounce immensely (audio)
Synonyms of immenselynext
: to a very great or immense degree or extent : exceedingly, enormously
We enjoyed ourselves immensely.
an immensely talented athlete
an immensely important discovery
an immensely wealthy family

Examples of immensely in a Sentence

an immensely successful debut album
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Cut to present day and it is all grown up Keanu Reeves who plays this now giant superstar with more than a couple of immensely successful action franchises to his name. Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026 How conspiracies spread has changed immensely over the history of the United States, as technology and media have evolved. Derek Arnold, The Conversation, 6 Apr. 2026 Nintendo and Mario himself helped immensely with the medium’s cultural rejuvenation. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2026 American Jews should recognize that and be immensely grateful for it. Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for immensely

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of immensely was in 1651

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“Immensely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immensely. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.

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