extensively

adverb

Definition of extensivelynext
as in highly
to a large extent or degree several beaches were extensively damaged by the hurricane

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extensively
  1. highly
  2. greatly
  3. much
  4. significantly
  5. utterly
Adverb
  • Milton, which affected the highly populated Tampa Bay region, has accounted for more than 240,000 of residential claims filed thus far and 11,600 of commercial claims.
    Jim Turner, Orlando Sentinel, 29 Nov. 2024
  • This reliable, tech-savvy, and highly customizable automatic feeder is the future helicopter pet parents want.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of highly
Adverb
  • Meanwhile, brands' packaging and plastics greatly pollute the oceans.
    Matthew Emma, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
  • While the price of a vase can range greatly, there are plenty of affordable products that mirror expensive tastes.
    Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of greatly
Adverb
  • The perfect shower speaker does much more than just belt out your morning tunes.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
  • But while Toth’s travels cut across a wide swath of the mid-century world, Corbet’s production had a much smaller footprint: Most of the film — including its depiction of 1950s American suburbia — was shot in Budapest.
    Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of much
Adverb
  • Operating expenses increased significantly to $57,533,067 from $5,631,507, primarily due to transaction costs related to a business combination and contingent earn-out share liability.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The cars were significantly damaged in an apparent head-on collision.
    Ashley Hume, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of significantly
Adverb
  • This pairing creates a head-turning scent that’s sweet, elegant, and utterly unforgettable.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Featuring ribbed detailing and gold rims, these crystal wine glasses are modern and chic, yet utterly timeless.
    Brandi Fuller, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of utterly
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