Word
fantastically
Phoneticsfan·tas·ti·cal·ly
US/fænˈtæstɪkɫi/
UK/fɑːntˈæstɪkli/
Adverb of degree Informal
Definition
adv. extremely well or to a very high degree. You use it to emphasize how great or successful something is.
adv. to an exceedingly high degree or in an exceptionally good manner. Often functions as an intensifier for adjectives or to describe the quality of an action.
Examples
“The new restaurant is doing fantastically well.”
“The team worked fantastically together to finish the project ahead of the deadline.”
“Although the initial projections were modest, the product performed fantastically in the international market, exceeding all sales targets within the first quarter.”
Examples
simple
“The new restaurant is doing fantastically well.”
contextual
“The team worked fantastically together to finish the project ahead of the deadline.”
complex
“Although the initial projections were modest, the product performed fantastically in the international market, exceeding all sales targets within the first quarter.”
Usage
Often used to modify adjectives or other adverbs to add emphasis.
Real-World Examples
“When he arrives, he seems fantastically grumpy, complaining about the sound-proofing panels that have been placed in front of Joey Waronker's drums.” “Well, I did puff on a spliff once.”
Mercury was fantastically creative in his final years.” Word family
VERB
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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