Meaning & Definition of word "Outrageously"

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    Outrageously

    /aʊtˈreɪdʒəsli/

    adverb:

    • 1. In a way that is shockingly bad or excessive; in an outrageous manner.
      • Example: The prices at that restaurant are outrageously high for such mediocre food.
    • 2. To an extreme or excessive degree.
      • Example: She was outrageously happy when she heard the good news.
    • 3. In a manner that provokes outrage or anger.
      • Example: His behavior at the party was outrageously inappropriate.
    • 4. In a way that is absurd or ridiculous.
      • Example: The claims made in that advertisement were outrageously misleading.
    • 5. In a manner that is beyond all bounds; wildly extravagant.
      • Example: The show was outrageously entertaining, leaving the audience in stitches.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'outrage' with the suffix '-ously'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    outrageously expensive:

    Referring to something that costs much more than it should.

    outrageously funny:

    Describing something that is extremely humorous.

    Related Words

    outrage:

    An extremely strong reaction of anger or shock.

    outraged:

    Feeling or expressing outrage.

    Slang Meanings of outrageously

    Meaning: Over the top, often used in a humorous context.

    Example Sentence: That party was outrageously fun!

    Meaning: Used to describe something that is cool or awesome in an exaggerated way.

    Example Sentence: His new car is outrageously dope!