exceedingly
|ex-ceed-ing-ly|
B2
/ɪkˈsiːdɪŋli/
(exceed)
going beyond limits
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exceed' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'excedere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'cedere' meant 'to go.'
Historical Evolution
'excedere' transformed into the Old French word 'exceder,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exceed' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go beyond,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to surpass or be greater than.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
to an extreme degree; extremely.
The weather was exceedingly hot.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39