What does "infinitely" mean?

1. (much more) to a very great degree; much more. 2. (without end) without any limit or end; forever.

How do you use "infinitely"?

Usually placed before an adjective or another adverb to provide emphasis. Often used in mathematical or scientific contexts to describe sequences or physical properties.

infinitely

adv.

US //ˈɪnfənətɫi// UK //ˈɪnfɪnətli// in·fin·ite·ly

1 much more (adv.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

to a very great degree; much more.

used as an intensifier to indicate a significantly greater degree or extent.

Example

The new version of the software is infinitely better than the old one.

Example

The revised manuscript was infinitely more coherent than the initial draft, reflecting the author's meticulous attention to structural detail.

Usage

Usually placed before an adjective or another adverb to provide emphasis.
- vastly
- significantly
- immeasurably
- slightly
- barely
2 without end (adv.)
C1 Advanced Technical Math

without any limit or end; forever.

in a manner that is limitless or endless in space, time, or quantity.

Example

In theory, the sequence of numbers could continue infinitely.

Example

The fractal pattern repeats infinitely, maintaining its complexity regardless of the level of magnification applied by the observer.

Usage

Often used in mathematical or scientific contexts to describe sequences or physical properties.
- endlessly
- limitlessly
- perpetually
- finitely

Origin

From infinite + -ly.