Definition

To a very large degree or extent; significantly.

Example

The project was hugely successful, exceeding all expectations.

Conversation

Did you see the new movie that everyone is talking about?

Yes, I did! It was hugely entertaining.

I heard it had some amazing special effects.

Absolutely, they were hugely impressive!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hugely → It is formed from "huge" (from Old French *ugge*, meaning large or enormous) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "hugely" means in a manner that is large or enormous.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'large' ('huge') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'hugely' means to do something in a large way.

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