impressively
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that evokes admiration, respect, or awe due to being notably effective, grand, or skillful: It describes an action performed to a degree that creates a strong, positive impression on an observer.
Usage
- The adverb "impressively" is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to indicate that the action or quality is done or exists to a remarkable and admirable degree.
- It often precedes the word it modifies (e.g., , ).
Examples
- Modifying an adjective:
- The new bridge is impressively sturdy. (The bridge's sturdiness is remarkable and admirable.)
- She gave an impressively detailed presentation. (The level of detail in her presentation was notably high and praiseworthy.)
- Modifying an adverb:
- The team worked impressively quickly to finish the project. (The speed at which they worked was remarkable.)
- Modifying a verb:
- He sang impressively well for a beginner. (His singing skill was surprisingly good and created a positive impression.)
Advanced Usage
- "Impressively enough": Used to introduce a statement that is surprisingly admirable.
- Impressively enough, he solved the complex equation without a calculator. (It is admirable that he managed to do this.)
- Standalone use for emphasis: Sometimes used at the beginning of a sentence for dramatic effect.
- Impressively, the entire system was rebuilt in under a week. (This fact alone is worthy of admiration.)
Variants and Related Words
- Impressive (adjective): Evoking admiration through size, quality, or skill.
- That was an impressive achievement.
- Impress (verb): To make someone feel admiration and respect.
- He wanted to impress the judges with his talent.
Synonyms
- Remarkably: In a noteworthy or extraordinary manner.
- Astonishingly: In a very surprising or amazing way.
- Strikingly: In a way that is very noticeable or eye-catching.
Antonyms
- Unimpressively: In a manner that fails to evoke admiration or attention.
- Ordinarity: In a normal or commonplace way.
Related Phrases
- To an impressive degree: A phrase with a similar meaning, emphasizing the extent.
- She is dedicated to an impressive degree.
- By impressive margins: Winning or exceeding by a notably large amount.
- The candidate won the election by impressive margins.
Adverb
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in an impressive manner
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the students progressed impressively fast
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