infinitely
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
to a very great degree; much more.
used as an intensifier to indicate a significantly greater degree or extent.
Simple“The new version of the software is infinitely better than the old one.”
In context“The revised manuscript was infinitely more coherent than the initial draft, reflecting the author's meticulous attention to structural detail.”
UsageUsually placed before an adjective or another adverb to provide emphasis.
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
without any limit or end; forever.
in a manner that is limitless or endless in space, time, or quantity.
Simple“In theory, the sequence of numbers could continue infinitely.”
In context“The fractal pattern repeats infinitely, maintaining its complexity regardless of the level of magnification applied by the observer.”
UsageOften used in mathematical or scientific contexts to describe sequences or physical properties.
SynonymsAntonymsfinitely
“This most basic of lessons has since been largely – although not completely – learnt, and sharing between Western intelligence agencies is infinitely better than it was in 2001.”
“All of this is delivered with amusing hauteur by an act who styles herself as infinitely sexier and cleverer than we riffraff in the audience.”
From infinite + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.