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exceptionally

/ɪkˈsɛp.ʃən.əl.i/
ex · cep · tion · al · ly
Adjective:exceptional
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• adverb

1

To a much greater degree than usual; extraordinarily or remarkably.

Example

"The young pianist played an exceptionally difficult piece with effortless grace."

2

By way of an exception to a general rule or normal practice; on a rare occasion.

Example

"The museum is normally closed on Mondays, but it will open exceptionally for the national holiday."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'exceptional' + '-ly', ultimately tracing back to Latin 'ex-' (out) and 'capere' (to take).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exceptionally. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exceptionally
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