Definition

In a very large or enormous way.

Example

The elephant moved gigantically through the forest, making the trees sway.

Conversation

Did you see that new roller coaster at the amusement park?

Yeah, it looks gigantically tall and thrilling!

I can't believe it's opening next week.

I know! We should definitely go ride it together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gigantically → It is formed from "gigantic" (from Latin *giganticus*, meaning enormous or huge) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "gigantically" means in a manner that is enormous or huge.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'enormous' ('gigantic') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'gigantically' describes something done in an enormous way.

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