Definition

In a very large or great way; extremely.

Example

The project was colossally successful, exceeding all expectations.

Conversation

Did you see how colossally big that new mall is?

I know, right? It looks like a whole city!

I can't believe they built something so colossally impressive in just a year.

It's amazing what they can do with modern construction techniques.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Colossally → It is formed from "colossal" (from Latin *colossalis*, meaning gigantic or enormous) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "colossally" means in a manner that is gigantic or extremely large.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'gigantic' ('colossal') and remember that 'colossally' means in a gigantic manner.

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