MASSIVELY Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

massively

adverb

Definition of massively

as in highly

to a large extent or degree I am massively irritated by this new development

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Recent Examples of massively Kakashi is one of the most popular characters in the long-running and massively popular manga. — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026 Harnessing invisible frequencies of light such as radio massively expanded our communication range, while hyper-focusing light into lasers tremendously increased communication fidelity. — New Atlas, 20 Aug. 2026 The purpose is to massively increase convenience, reduce friction at every step of the permitting process, reduce cost and review times, and provide a central repository for all permits. — Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Rafa is a kind of enigma, an international sports figure who’s massively well liked and well known across the globe, but who has maintained an inner private life that is very authentically Spanish. — John Hopewell, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026 Both were part of a group that massively underperformed a year ago, allowing 20 sacks on the season and nearly five-and-a-half tackles for loss per game. — Noah White, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026 Around the same time, China was massively expanding its manufacturing capacity. — Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2026 Smalls was 24 at the time and, like Shakur, was at a massively successful point in his career. — Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 17 Aug. 2026 The state is often not an effective allocator of capital; in recent years, driven by government subsidies and centralised production goals, supply has massively outpaced demand in the real estate and green tech sectors. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 15 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for massively

Adverb

Its work-in-progress was also one of five titles at the 2025 prestigious and highly selective Annecy Animation Showcase at the Cannes Festival’s Marché du Film.

— Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
Despite its highly specialized geometry, the Swoop felt like a fundamentally good bicycle.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of highly

Adverb

If the pH gets too acidic, nitrogen uptake is greatly reduced, leading to a deficiency in the plant, even if there’s plenty of nitrogen in the potting soil.

— Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2026
Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic winners Brookwood, Roswell and North Gwinnett all greatly improved their positions with wins last week at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

— Jack Leo, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of greatly

Adverb

So what had begun as a high school problem-solving project became something considerably more ambitious.

— Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 25 Aug. 2026
My analysis, built on the County’s framework and precedent, puts the exposure at a considerably higher level.

— Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of considerably

Adverb

Chaco Canyon was the cultural and economic heart of a roughly 60,000-square-kilometer area that, up until the mid-1100s CE, was a much greener American Southwest.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026
Still, with the right conditions, getting close to beds without bumping deer becomes much easier.

— Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of much

Adverb

Fast-forward to today, and the brand’s shampoos, conditioners, hair oils, hair masks, and more are flying off the shelf—while the bond-repairing-product business is utterly booming.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
For this is the unintentionally funny story of what happens when utterly unhinged and high-minded hubris becomes your guiding light.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of utterly

Adverb

This is significantly higher than Wall Street's most optimistic prediction.

— Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Dolly Parton’s music has significantly surged on Spotify following her death on Tuesday, with total streams increasing over 1,260% globally and 2,320% in the United States compared to the prior seven-day daily average.

— Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026

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