exceptionally

adverb

ex·​cep·​tion·​al·​ly ik-ˈsep-sh(ə-)nə-lē How to pronounce exceptionally (audio)
Synonyms of exceptionallynext
: in an exceptional manner : to an exceptional degree
especially : more than average or usual
an exceptionally difficult task

Examples of exceptionally in a Sentence

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Amenities and experiences Like any of the hotel’s offerings, the off-property experiences are exceptionally curated. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026 The lunar environment itself is exceptionally harsh, presenting significant engineering challenges for designing a vehicle that can operate reliably, while still meeting NASA’s accelerated deployment timelines and tighter constraints. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026 Other highlights of the auction include an exceptionally rare white-gold Patek Philippe Ref. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 May 2026 And yet, the fragile surety of that parataxis is stylistically undercut by the nebulous musings attached to one exceptionally promiscuous metaphor. Emily Cox, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for exceptionally

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of exceptionally was in 1703

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“Exceptionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exceptionally. Accessed 28 May. 2026.

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