Definition

In a way that is very impressive or exciting; remarkably.

Example

The fireworks display was spectacularly beautiful, lighting up the night sky.

Conversation

Did you see that sunset yesterday?

Yes, it was spectacularly beautiful!

I couldn't believe the colors in the sky.

Right? Nature really knows how to impress us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spectacularly → It is formed from "spectacular" (from Latin "spectaculum", meaning a show or sight) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "spectacularly" means in a manner that is impressive or striking to see, as if it were a show.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is a 'show' or 'sight' ('spectaculum') and remember that doing it 'in a manner' ('-ly') makes it spectacular.

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