# phenomenally

/fəˈnɑmənəɫi/ (US) · /fɪnˈɒmɪnəli/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/phenomenally
Updated: 2026-10-18

## Definition

in an extremely great or impressive way, much more than normal. You use it to show something is really special or successful.

For teachers: 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.

## Synonyms

extraordinarily, exceptionally, remarkably, incredibly, amazingly, tremendously, enormously

## Usage notes

- Intensifier that typically comes before the adjective or adverb it modifies; can also modify a verb.

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