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Definition of majorly

majorly

/ˈmeɪ.dʒɚ.li/
ma · jor · ly

Adjective:major
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majorly Lexical Profile

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• adverb

1

To a very great degree or extent; extremely or significantly (used primarily in informal contexts).

Example

"The sudden schedule change majorly disrupted our travel plans for the weekend."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Because "majorly" is considered informal or colloquial (originally popularized in 1980s American slang), it should be avoided in formal and academic writing in favor of adverbs like "significantly," "greatly," or "considerably."

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