Cool MateExtremely
UK /["/ɪkˈstriːmli/"]/US /["/ɪkˈstriːmli/"]/
Definition
to a very high degree
In simple words: Very much; to a very high degree.
Examples
- She was extremely happy about her exam results.
- The weather today is extremely cold for this time of year.
- He is extremely talented in playing the piano.
- The restaurant was extremely busy on Friday night.
- It's extremely important to stay hydrated in the summer.
Usage notes
Use 'extremely' to emphasize adjectives or adverbs. Appropriate in both spoken and written English, but avoid in casual contexts where simpler terms like 'really' may suffice.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'extreme sports', which are very intense and challenging.
Collocations
- extremely happy
- extremely difficult
- extremely important
- extremely cold
- extremely fast
Synonyms
- very
- incredibly
- exceptionally
- unusually
- tremendously
Antonyms
- slightly
- moderately
Common mistakes
- Using 'extremely' with nouns, e.g., 'extremely happy person' instead of 'extremely happy'.
- Confusing 'extremely' with similar adverbs like 'really' for less intense expressions.
- Placing 'extremely' incorrectly in a sentence, altering the meaning.