Intensifiers and Mitigators

to a very great amount or degree

Her paintings are extremely impressive.

to a degree that is higher than usual

The restaurant is particularly busy on Friday nights.

by a significant amount or to a significant extent

The new software improved efficiency considerably.

to the highest or utmost degree

The performance was supremely impressive, earning a standing ovation.

over a large area or covering a wide range of subjects, places, or people

She has traveled extensively across four continents.

to a considerable extent or degree

Fuel prices have substantially increased over the past year.

to a noticeable or considerable extent

The company's revenue has grown significantly since last quarter.

in a way that increases more and more rapidly over time

The company's profits have grown exponentially since they launched the new product.

to a large amount, intensity, or degree

Costs vary tremendously depending on where you live.

to a great or vast degree

The project's success was enormously beneficial for the company.

to a very great or extreme degree, often negatively or ironically

He has monumentally misunderstood the entire point of the project.

to an exceptional or remarkable degree

The meal at the restaurant was exceedingly delicious.

to an excessive degree

The criticism of her work was overly harsh and unjustified.

to an extreme or total degree, especially used in medical contexts

She was profoundly deaf from birth and relied on sign language to communicate.

seriously enough to cause concern or worry

The patient's condition has worsened gravely overnight.

To an unusually high degree, in a way that is far above average or standard

She performed exceptionally well in the final exam.

to a notable or extraordinary degree

That child is remarkably fluent in three languages.

to a significantly large extent or by a considerable amount

The company's profits increased dramatically after the strategic changes.

complete or total, without limitation or moderation

What you just said is a downright falsehood.

to the highest degree

After a long day at work, she found the warm bath quite soothing.

to a greater extent than is reasonable or acceptable

She was unduly concerned about a minor issue.

to a certain degree or extent in comparison to something else

The test was comparatively easy compared to last year's exam.

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

The test was relatively easy compared to the last one.

used to say that something such as a number or amount is not exact

The journey will take approximately two hours, depending on traffic.

without being exact

The project will take roughly two months to complete.

to a degree that is enough or satisfactory for a particular purpose

The team was adequately prepared for the challenging competition.

used to indicate that something is true or applicable only to some extent or degree

The rainy weather contributed to the flooding in part, but the main cause was the clogged drainage system.

to a moderate degree or extent

I was somewhat surprised by his reaction.

in a small amount, extent, or level

He slightly adjusted the mirror before driving.

in a manner that almost does not exist or occur

He barely made it to the bus stop in time for the last bus of the day.

to a very small degree or extent

She hardly knew him, yet she agreed to help.

from a different location using digital communication or technology

Most employees now work remotely at least part of the week.

used to refer to something that happens rarely or infrequently

She seldom watches television.

nothing more than what is to be said

I merely asked a question; I didn't accuse anyone.

covering a large area

The national park had extensive hiking trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore diverse landscapes and ecosystems.

having a strong or far-reaching effect

She made the drastic decision to quit her job and travel the world.

to move with a sudden and rapid change in direction, turning away from the current path or trajectory

The mountain biker had to sheer to the right to avoid colliding with a large rock.

extremely large or vast in physical size

The Grand Canyon's immense size and breathtaking beauty attract millions of visitors each year.

showing the intensity or greatness of something

The novel had a profound impact on readers, prompting deep reflection on the human condition.