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
Jarrett Allen has massively benefited from the arrival of James Harden.
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Stan Son, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
But behind the scenes prior decisions continued to weigh massively on the business, while many future choices would only prove to weaken it further.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Initially the solo project of one Phantom Slaughter, Worm has massively shifted gears since 2022 when they were joined up by Wroth Septentrion.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 17 Feb. 2026
Critically blasted but massively popular with audiences, this dream project is the height of kitsch, somehow made palatable by Richard’s characteristic earnestness.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
As the Padres massively trimmed payroll in 2024 and maintained a tighter budget the past two seasons, Preller and assistant general manager Josh Stein have engineered creative contracts to land starting pitcher Nick Pivetta and others.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Over its massively successful run, the series won 25 Primetime Emmy Awards.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Feb. 2026
Besides, public schools remain massively underfunded despite their contracts with tech companies.
—Liz Shulman, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Jonah Savaiinaea, who struggled massively as Miami’s rookie starting left guard, and Kion Smith as the only veteran offensive guard on the roster because Cole Strange, Larry Borum, and Daniel Brunskill are all impending free agents.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 16 Feb. 2026
Stan Son, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
But behind the scenes prior decisions continued to weigh massively on the business, while many future choices would only prove to weaken it further.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Initially the solo project of one Phantom Slaughter, Worm has massively shifted gears since 2022 when they were joined up by Wroth Septentrion.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 17 Feb. 2026
Critically blasted but massively popular with audiences, this dream project is the height of kitsch, somehow made palatable by Richard’s characteristic earnestness.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
As the Padres massively trimmed payroll in 2024 and maintained a tighter budget the past two seasons, Preller and assistant general manager Josh Stein have engineered creative contracts to land starting pitcher Nick Pivetta and others.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Over its massively successful run, the series won 25 Primetime Emmy Awards.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Feb. 2026
Besides, public schools remain massively underfunded despite their contracts with tech companies.
—Liz Shulman, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Jonah Savaiinaea, who struggled massively as Miami’s rookie starting left guard, and Kion Smith as the only veteran offensive guard on the roster because Cole Strange, Larry Borum, and Daniel Brunskill are all impending free agents.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for massively
Adverb
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In every way, such programs are unthinkable in Norway, a highly egalitarian society, in which wealth and resources are distributed evenly.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Restaurant recommendations are highly encouraged, given how popular the outlets are with even Hong Kong residents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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This recognition is greatly deserved, because Nick has owned this beat like no other reporter.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
18 Feb. 2026
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The emergence of cable, podcasts and streaming audio and video platforms — none of which are subject to FCC restrictions in terms of content — have greatly diminished traditional broadcast media’s dominance in the marketplace.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Smith has considerably more big league experience and a longer track record of offensive success compared to any other would-be second baseman on the roster.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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But the context of the occasion had darkened considerably.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
16 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Now, Norwegian hockey is much more comparable to that of Denmark, its southern neighbor across the North Sea.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Last year’s defense was woefully short on top–level talent pretty much everywhere except at defensive tackle.—
Kevin Sherrington
Feb. 18,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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In reality Mars turned out to be far more hostile – an utterly dry dust ball with scarcely any atmosphere.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Feb. 2026
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Leonard utterly dominated even before his clutch 3-pointer to cap the Stripes’ 48-45 victory.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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And while their place in the NCAA tournament is presumably safe heading into that final stretch, where the Trojans are seeded could swing significantly with a few quality wins.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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The work significantly enhances their performance as solid electrolytes for next-generation sodium-ion batteries.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Massively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/massively. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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