Word
phenomenally
Phoneticsphe·nom·e·nal·ly, stress on the second syllable
US/fəˈnɑmənəɫi/
UK/fɪnˈɒmɪnəli/
Adverb of degree
Definition
adv. in an extremely great or impressive way, much more than normal. You use it to show something is really special or successful.
adv. to an extraordinary or remarkably impressive extent, beyond what is normally expected. Typically intensifies adjectives or verbs denoting success, growth, or talent.
Examples
“She plays phenomenally well in every match.”
“The new restaurant is doing phenomenally well because locals love its fresh menu and friendly staff.”
“Despite limited funding, the small theatre company has performed phenomenally, drawing sold-out crowds with inventive staging that rivals far larger productions.”
Examples
simple
“She plays phenomenally well in every match.”
contextual
“The new restaurant is doing phenomenally well because locals love its fresh menu and friendly staff.”
complex
“Despite limited funding, the small theatre company has performed phenomenally, drawing sold-out crowds with inventive staging that rivals far larger productions.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “phenomenally” in context.
Verb
01. grow phenomenally
“The startup has grown phenomenally since 2021.”
verb + adv
02. perform phenomenally
“The team performed phenomenally to reach the final.”
verb + adv
Adjective
03. phenomenally gifted
“He was a phenomenally gifted pianist from an early age.”
adv + adj
04. phenomenally popular
“The series became phenomenally popular with teenagers.”
adv + adj
05. phenomenally strong
“The economy remained phenomenally strong last year.”
adv + adj
06. phenomenally successful
“Her debut novel was phenomenally successful worldwide.”
adv + adj
07. phenomenally talented
“The orchestra features phenomenally talented young musicians.”
adv + adj
08. achieve phenomenally high scores
“Students achieved phenomenally high scores in the competition.”
09. become phenomenally popular overnight
“The video became phenomenally popular overnight on social media.”
10. do phenomenally well
“She did phenomenally well in her final exams.”
11. enjoy phenomenally strong growth
“The company enjoyed phenomenally strong growth last quarter.”
12. perform phenomenally well under pressure
“The athletes performed phenomenally well under pressure in the final.”
Usage
Intensifier that typically comes before the adjective or adverb it modifies; can also modify a verb.
Real-World Examples
“I’ve been phenomenally lucky to work with some fantastic directors such as Ken Loach, Danny Boyle and Alan Parker, who you would be foolish not to learn from.” “One Summer ranked below Dinah Mulock Craik’s phenomenally popular John Halifax (1856) and Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre (1847) but ahead of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin (1852).” “Zak Stambor , a senior analyst tracking retail for Emarketer, said he found the technology working “phenomenally well” in a tiny snack stand at a train station he uses.” “These Victorinox stainless steel nail clippers are small, light (0.4 ounce) and phenomenally sharp.” Synonyms
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
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- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL 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: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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