extremely

Word parts

extreme + -ly

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪksˈtriːmli/

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Adverb

Positive extremely

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. You use extremely when you want to make an adjective or adverb much stronger. It is stronger than very.

   It is extremely difficult to climb Mount Everest without oxygen tanks.