Meaning & Definition of word "Outrageously"

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!