Adverbs of Degree: English Vocabulary List

to an exceptional or remarkable degree

"The task was exceedingly difficult to complete."

"The task was exceedingly difficult to complete and only a few people managed to finish it on time."

to a very great amount or degree

"The weather is extremely cold today."

"The weather is extremely cold today so make sure to wear a warm coat and gloves before going outside."

To an unusually high degree, in a way that is far above average or standard

"The food was exceptionally delicious tonight."

"The food was exceptionally delicious tonight and the service was also very fast and friendly at the restaurant."

to a very great degree

"The view was incredibly beautiful from up there."

"The view was incredibly beautiful from up there and we took many photos to remember the moment."

to a considerable extent or degree

"The cost has increased substantially this year."

"The cost has increased substantially this year due to inflation and higher demand for raw materials."

to an extreme or unreasonable degree

"Do not drink excessively at the party."

"Do not drink excessively at the party because you might regret your behavior and feel very sick the next day."

in a manner that almost does not exist or occur

"I could barely hear the speaker."

"I could barely hear the speaker because the microphone was not working properly and the room was very noisy."

almost not; only just enough

"There was scarcely any food left."

"There was scarcely any food left in the refrigerator so we had to order pizza for dinner that night."

by a significant amount or to a significant extent

"The new car is considerably faster."

"The new car is considerably faster than the old one and it also uses less fuel on the highway."

more than average, but not too much

"The test was fairly easy."

"The test was fairly easy and most students finished it within an hour without any major problems at all."

to an average extent or degree

"She is moderately interested in sports."

"She is moderately interested in sports but she prefers to watch them on television rather than play."

to an extent or degree that is moderate or satisfactory

"The hotel prices are reasonably cheap."

"The hotel prices are reasonably cheap during the off season so it is a good time to travel there."

in a small amount, extent, or level

"I am slightly taller than my brother."

"I am slightly taller than my brother but he is much stronger and faster than me at running."

to a great degree or extent

"The two products are vastly different."

"The two products are vastly different in terms of quality and price so compare them carefully before buying."

to a significantly large extent or by a considerable amount

"His health improved dramatically after the treatment."

"His health improved dramatically after the treatment and he was able to return to work within a few weeks."

nothing more than what is to be said

"It was merely a joke."

"It was merely a joke and I did not mean to offend anyone so please do not take it seriously."

with no one or nothing else involved

"He is solely responsible for this mess."

"He is solely responsible for this mess because he made all the decisions without consulting anyone else."

to a certain degree or extent in comparison to something else

"The house is comparatively small."

"The house is comparatively small but it is very cozy and comfortable for a family of four."

to a notable or extraordinary degree

"She is remarkably talented for her age."

"She is remarkably talented for her age and can play three different musical instruments very well indeed."

to an extreme or total degree, especially used in medical contexts

"He was profoundly ill."

"I am profoundly grateful for your kindness and generosity during this difficult time in my life."

to a very great degree

"The view was incredibly beautiful."

"The athlete trained incredibly hard for months to achieve her personal best time."

to an extent or level that is hard to believe

"The ticket prices were unbelievably high."

"The ticket prices were unbelievably high for the concert so we decided not to go after all."

to a noticeable or considerable extent

"The temperature dropped significantly overnight."

"The temperature dropped significantly overnight and we had to turn on the heater to stay warm."

almost not; only just enough

"There was scarcely any food left."

"There was scarcely any food left in the refrigerator so we had to order pizza for dinner."

more than average, but not too much

"The test was fairly easy."

"The test was fairly easy and most students finished it well before the time was up."

to an extent or degree that is moderate or satisfactory

"The hotel prices are reasonably cheap."

"The hotel prices are reasonably cheap during the off season so it is a good time to travel there."