immensely

adverb

im·​mense·​ly i-ˈmen(t)s-lē How to pronounce immensely (audio)
Synonyms of immensely
: to a very great or immense degree or extent : exceedingly, enormously
We enjoyed ourselves immensely.
an immensely talented athlete
an immensely important discovery
an immensely wealthy family

Examples of immensely in a Sentence

an immensely successful debut album
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The technology has improved immensely in the last three years, so there’s understandably pressure on studios to loosen some restrictions, but that didn’t happen. Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 May 2026 Even investing in window treatments or tints can immensely impact improve the efficiency of your heating and cooling systems. Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026 The kids’ statements stand in stark contrast to that of Kouri Richins’ mother, sister and sister-in-law, who all described her as a devoted mother who loved her children immensely. Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 14 May 2026 But Cleveland scored 9 straight points to force overtime, taking advantage of a Detroit offense that struggled immensely in the second half. Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for immensely

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of immensely was in 1651

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“Immensely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immensely. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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