tremendously

adverb

tri-ˈmen-dəs-lē How to pronounce tremendously (audio)
Definition of tremendouslynext
as in greatly
to a large extent or degree I'm tremendously upset I didn't get into that university

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Recent Examples of tremendously Slimane, a formidable figure in fashion who had a tremendously successful run at Saint Laurent, was still in his role at the time, and yet the executive made Vaccarello an enticing offer. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026 Government policy helps tremendously. — David C. Schwebel, The Conversation, 24 June 2026 One thing that's helped us tremendously in Sub-Saharan Africa is the PEPFAR program and immunization programs, in which people there thank the United States and are predisposed to work with us. — Margaret Brennan, CBS News, 28 June 2026 By not signing Rosenqvist to a contract extension before the 110th Indianapolis 500 last month, Rosenqvist’s value rose tremendously in a short period of time and will presumably lure him back to Arrow McLaren. — Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tremendously
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tremendously
  1. greatly
  2. highly
  3. considerably
  4. much
  5. significantly
  6. utterly
Adverb
  • Both Israeli supporters, Jeffries and Clark, have benefited greatly from lavish campaign contributions from AIPAC — the American Israel Public Affairs Committee.
    — Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 4 July 2026
  • Regional customs and crops greatly influenced what the colonists ate.
    — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of greatly
Adverb
  • New reads abound for your vacation tote throughout the weeks of July, with fiction picks featuring a Carnival cruise casualty, a highly entertaining jewel heist at the Waldorf-Astoria, and a Soviet-era madcap adventure.
    — Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • This cucumber-and-onion dip meshes both flavors from the beloved Southern appetizers to make a zesty, creamy dish that will be highly appreciated at any party.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of highly
Adverb
  • Media attention on the case has waned considerably since mid-February, ⁠when the sheriff ​and FBI released surveillance footage of an armed prowler in a ski mask shown tampering with Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera shortly ​before she was abducted.
    — Jana Winter, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Longer lives have produced careers that are more dynamic, less linear and often considerably longer than those experienced by previous generations.
    — Sheila Callaham, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of considerably
Adverb
  • Over the past decade, home prices have risen much faster than wages.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • These conditions had much higher fatality rates in 1776 because Americans had no antibiotics, few vaccines, no understanding of germ theory, no sterile surgical techniques and limited access to hospitals, experts note.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of much
Adverb
  • Fireworks may be the traditional way to celebrate America’s birthday, but in Alaska, 250 years call for something with a little more horsepower and significantly fewer surviving vehicles.
    — Carmela Asmar, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • Ensure the stain is fully gone before drying—once heat sets it in, removal becomes significantly harder.
    — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of significantly
Adverb
  • Morgenthaler’s version—amaretto and lemon, punched up with a pour of high-proof bourbon, and smoothed out with an egg white—utterly transforms the drink.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 July 2026
  • Was that the most incredible goal, in its quality and significance, of an utterly incredible World Cup?
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of utterly

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“Tremendously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tremendously. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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