Incredibly

/ɪnˈkrɛdəbli/ adverb

Definition

To a very great degree; extremely. It can also mean in a way that is hard to believe.

Etymology

From 'incredible' plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. It keeps the original sense of ‘beyond belief’ while serving as a general intensifier.

Kelly Says

In everyday speech, 'incredibly' often just means ‘very’, but it still hints at ‘almost too much to believe’. That tiny flavor of exaggeration is what makes it feel stronger than plain ‘very’.

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