Definition

In a way that is hard to believe or surprising.

Example

She performed unbelievably well in the competition.

Conversation

Did you see that video of the cat playing the piano?

Yeah, it was unbelievably cute!

I know, right? I couldn't stop laughing.

Same here! It's amazing how much personality those animals have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbelievably → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "believe" (from Old English "beliefan", meaning to have faith or trust), and "-ably" (meaning in a manner). The word "unbelievably" means in a manner that is not believable or hard to accept as true.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') believing something ('believe') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ably'). This helps you remember that 'unbelievably' describes something that is hard to accept as true.

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